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“As pessoas não conseguem ver além de si mesmas. Não podem sair de si mesmas tempo suficiente para ver que sua linha de resistência máxima não é, necessariamente, a linha de resistência de todo mundo. Fazem do próprio conjunto de desejos, gostos e desgostos uma escala para medir os desejos, gostos e desgostos de todas as criaturas.”

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The Cruise of the Snark

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Jack London
Jack London

Jack London was an American author known for his adventure novels and realistic works. His writings often depicted the lives of the underclass and his profound insights into the natural world. His notable works include 'The Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang'. more

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