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The essence of greatness is neglect of the self. - James Anthony Froude

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The essence of greatness is neglect of the self.

James Anthony Froude

Biography

Author Profession: Historian

Nationality: English

Born: April 23, 1818

Died: October 20, 1894

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Essence, Greatness, Neglect, Self

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