“People of great ability do not emerge, as a rule, from the happiest background. So far as my own observation goes, I would conclude that ability, although hereditary, is improved by an early measure of adversity and improved again by a later measure of success.”
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C. Northcote Parkinson
C. Northcote Parkinson was a distinguished naval historian, known for his extensive research and writings on the history of the Royal Navy. Born on July 30, 1909, Parkinson's career spanned several decades, during which he contributed significantly to the field of naval history. His work is characterized by meticulous scholarship and a deep understanding of the social and political context of his subjects. more
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