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“True Work is the necessity of poor humanity's earthly condition. The dignity is in leisure. Besides, 99 hundredths of all the work done in the world is either foolish and unnecessary, or harmful and wicked.”

Quote by Herman Melville

Book:Correspondence
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Correspondence

This book compiles a variety of correspondence, including letters, diaries, and other written forms of communication, offering insights into the personal and historical context of the authors involved. more

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Herman Melville
Herman Melville

Herman Melville was a renowned 19th-century American novelist known for his profound psychological descriptions and unique literary style. His masterpiece, 'Moby-Dick', is considered a classic of American literature. more

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