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“There may be mistakes in the choice of means to attain an end. But success or failure also involves much that lies beyond our power. We are not responsible for the inevitable, nor for a knowledge that is beyond our reach. Solely the ends, honestly chosen, and consistently sought, determine the moral quality of a life.”

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Book:The Great Mistake
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The Great Mistake

This book delves into the complexities and consequences of a pivotal moment or decision that has had lasting impacts on history, analyzing the factors that led to the mistake and its repercussions. more

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