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“Duties are not performed for duty's sake, but because their neglect would make the man uncomfortable. A man performs but one duty - the duty of contenting his spirit, the duty of making himself agreeable to himself.”

Quote by Mark Twain

Book:Mark Twain's Essays: Top Essays
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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

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Mark Twain
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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