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“Patience is no small, fell-good personal quality. It is at the heart of diplomacy and civility, lawfulness and civil order. Without it, people can't work together and society can't function at all. With it, we create the possibility of peace between people and between nations.”

Quote by M. J. Ryan

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M. J. Ryan, born in 1952, is a renowned American author whose works span a variety of genres, including novels, non-fiction, and children's literature. Ryan is beloved by readers for his unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. more

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