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Quote by Elbert Hubbard

“It does not take much strength to do things, but it requires a great deal of strength to decide what to do.”

Quote by Elbert Hubbard

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Elbert Hubbard was a prominent writer, publisher, and philosopher. He is best known for his magazine 'The Roycroft Studio' and his autobiography 'My Life and Work'. Hubbard's works emphasized the importance of craftsmanship, simple living, and self-improvement. more

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