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“Perhaps, after all, there is something in the theory that only the ultra-busy can find time for everything.”

Quote by James Agate

Book:A Shorter Ego: Ego 4, Ego 5, Ego 6

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A Shorter Ego: Ego 4, Ego 5, Ego 6

This book is a compilation of three separate essays that delve into the philosophical underpinnings of the ego, each offering a unique viewpoint on the subject. more

Author

James Agate, a British writer, critic, and editor, was born on September 9, 1877, and died on June 6, 1947. His works covered a range of fields including literary criticism, dramatic criticism, and travel literature. more

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