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“You cannot be firmly certain about anything. You can only have enough courage and strength to do what you consider to be right. Maybe it turns out that was wrong, but still you would have done his, and it is most important.”

Quote by Irving Stone

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Irving Stone
Irving Stone

Irving Stone was an American writer renowned for his biographical works. His books delved deeply into the inner lives of famous individuals, earning him a reputation for his detailed and vivid storytelling. more

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