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“Successful socialism depends on the perfectibility of man. Unless all, or nearly all, men are high-minded and clear-sighted, it isbound to be a rotten failure in any but a physical sense. Even through it is altruism, socialism means materialism. You can guarantee the things of the body to every one, but you cannot guarantee the things of the spirit to every one; you can guarantee only that the opportunity to seek them shall not be denied to any one who chooses to seek them.”

Quote by Katharine Fullerton Gerould

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Katharine Fullerton Gerould

Katharine Fullerton Gerould was an American writer renowned for her contributions to children's literature. Born on February 6, 1879, and passing away on July 27, 1944, Gerould's works often addressed themes of social justice and the value of education. more

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