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“Culture and collars had gone together, to him, and he had been deceived into believing that college educations and mastery were the same things.”

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Martin Eden

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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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