“There is no device whatever to be invented for securing happiness without industry, economy, and virtue.”
Quote by William Graham Sumner
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The Forgotten Man and Other Essays
This book is a compilation of thought-provoking essays that delve into a range of topics, including social and political matters, offering insights and analysis on the human condition and societal dynamics. more
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William Graham Sumner
William Graham Sumner was an influential American political scientist born on October 30, 1840, and died on April 12, 1910. He was a leading figure in social Darwinism and had a profound impact on American political thought from the late 19th to the early 20th century. more
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