“Our consciences take no notice of pain inflicted on others until it reaches a point where it gives pain to us.”
Quote by Mark Twain
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Mark Twain's Essays: Top Essays
This compilation includes a selection of Mark Twain's most notable essays, offering insights into his perspectives on various societal issues and his distinctive literary style. more
Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist in the 19th century. His works are characterized by humor, satire, and profound social insight, with notable novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. more
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“Every time I reform in one direction I go overboard in another.”
Source: Mark Twain's Letters, Volume 2: 1867-1868