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Quote by Samuel Butler

“If people who are in a difficulty will only do the first little reasonable thing which they can clearly recognize as reasonable, they will always find the next step more easy both to see and take.”

Quote by Samuel Butler

Work

The Way of All Flesh

A classic work of English literature, The Way of All Flesh delves into the complexities of life and the search for meaning through the eyes of its protagonist. more

Author

Samuel Butler
Samuel Butler

Samuel Butler was an English poet celebrated for his satirical and philosophical works. Living during the English Renaissance, he is known for his wit and critical thinking. Butler's poetry often reflected on the human condition and the complexities of society. more

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