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Quote by John Steinbeck

“Always dream and shoot higher than you know you can do...Try to be better than yourself.”

Quote by John Steinbeck

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John Steinbeck was an American author renowned for his profound depiction of American society and the lives of farmers. His works often explore themes of poverty, social injustice, and human nature. Steinbeck was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1962 for his significant contribution to American literature. more

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