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“The water of life was given to us to make us see for a while that we are more nearly men and women, more nearly kind and gentle and generous, pleasanter and stronger than without its vision there is any evidence we are.”

Quote by Bernard DeVoto

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Bernard DeVoto was an American historian renowned for his in-depth research into the history of the American West. His works are characterized by vivid narration and profound analysis, which have had a profound impact on later historians. more

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