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“I cannot believe that any man who deserved fame ever labored for it; that is, directly. For, as fame is but the contingent of excellence, it would be like an attempt to project a shadow, before its substance was obtained.”

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.) (1850).

This book is a curious piece of literature from the 19th century, known for its unique title and the scarcity of information surrounding its content and authorship. more

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Washington Allston
Washington Allston

Washington Allston was an American painter known for his works in the Romantic style. Born on November 5, 1779, and died on July 9, 1843, Allston's paintings often depicted landscapes and mythological stories, heavily influenced by European Romanticism. more

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