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“... when I am really alone some power seems to grow in me. ... Conjugality made me think of a three-legged race, where two people cannot go fast and keep tripping each other because their two legs are tied together.”

Quote by Brenda Ueland

Book:Me

Work

This novel delves into the introspective journey of an individual as they navigate the challenges of self-awareness and the quest for personal identity. more

Author

Brenda Ueland was an American journalist and writer, born on October 24, 1891, and died on March 5, 1985. She is known for her unique writing style and profound insights into writing, particularly for her book 'How to Write'. more

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