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Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin: To counterbalance that effect, the editor has to rely chiefly upon burning words, by means of which he tries to inspire…

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To counterbalance that effect, the editor has to rely chiefly upon burning words, by means of which he tries to inspire his readers with energy and faith.
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Petr Alekseevich Kropotkin

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He discusses the role of an editor in motivating readers through passionate language.

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