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“Conquer thyself, till thou has done this, thou art but a slave; for it is almost as well to be subjected to another's appetite as to thine own.”

Quote by Richard Francis Burton

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Richard Francis Burton

Richard Francis Burton (1821-1890) was a British explorer, translator, writer, and diplomat renowned for his expeditions in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Fluent in multiple languages including Arabic, Swahili, and Hindi, he is best known for his complete English translation of One Thousand and One Nights. His travels and writings significantly influenced Western understanding of Eastern cultures. more

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