“Most people are so constituted that they can only be virtuous in a certain routine; an irregular course of life demoralizes them.”
Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist known for his Gothic novels and romantic works. His writings often delve into themes of morality and sin, influenced by his family history and Puritan background. more
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