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“Things that happened hundreds of years ago are very much a part of your thinking right now...The past lives in us.”

Quote by Robert Greene

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Robert Greene
Robert Greene

Robert Greene is an American author known for his works on power, strategy, and human behavior. His books delve into the principles of power operation and how individuals can achieve success in complex social environments. more

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