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“The ideal state is meekness, or humility, or the semi-invalid state of the old. Year after year I am becoming nobler and nobler. If I can live to be decrepit enough, I shall be a saint.”

Quote by Charles Fort

Book:Wild Talents

Work

This book delves into the world of people with unique talents, examining their struggles and triumphs as they navigate a society that often misunderstands or fears their abilities. more

Author

Charles Fort, born on August 6, 1874, was an American writer known for his exploration of science, mysterious phenomena, and the supernatural. His works have had a profound influence on science fiction literature and mysticism. more

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