One must have lived among the workers at that time to realize the effect which the sudden growth of the Association had upon their minds--the trust they put in it, the love with which they spoke of it, the sacrifices they made for it.
Kropotkin emphasizes the profound impact of the Association on the workers' mindset and their dedication to it.
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