I will take plenty of exercise, practise gymnastics, and not let myself be broken down by my surroundings.
Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin: “I will take plenty of exercise, practise gymnastics, and not let myself be broken down by my surroundings.”
Editor's note · Context
Kropotkin emphasizes the importance of physical exercise as a means to maintain resilience in harsh conditions.
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