“The calmer thought is not always the right thought, just as the distant view is not always the truest view”
Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist known for his Gothic novels and romantic works. His writings often delve into themes of morality and sin, influenced by his family history and Puritan background. more
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