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“So powerfully does fortune appear to sway the destinies of men, putting a silver spoon into one man's mouth, and a wooden one into another's, that some of the most sagacious of men, as Cardinal Mazarin and Rothschild, seem to have been inclined to regard luck as the first element of worldly success; experience, sagacity, energy, and enterprise as nothing, if linked to an unlucky star.”

Quote by William Mathews

Book:Getting on in the World: Or, Hints on Success in Life

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Getting on in the World: Or, Hints on Success in Life

This book provides practical insights and suggestions for personal and professional advancement, aiming to assist readers in navigating the complexities of life and achieving their goals. more

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William Mathews

William Mathews, born in 1828 in the United Kingdom, was a renowned mountaineer who played a significant role in the development of mountaineering in the late 19th century. more

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