“Honesty is largely a matter of information, of knowing that dishonesty is a mistake. Principle is not as powerful in keeping people straight as a policeman.”
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E. W. Howe
E.W. Howe, born on May 3, 1853, in London, Ontario, Canada, was a renowned novelist. His works primarily reflect the changes in Canadian society and culture, enjoying great popularity among readers. more
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