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Quote by Elbert Hubbard

“Luck is tenacity of purpose.”

Quote by Elbert Hubbard

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Elbert Hubbard was a prominent writer, publisher, and philosopher. He is best known for his magazine 'The Roycroft Studio' and his autobiography 'My Life and Work'. Hubbard's works emphasized the importance of craftsmanship, simple living, and self-improvement. more

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