On the recordJuly 1, 1854
The power of hope upon human exertion and happiness is wonderful.
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gutenberg.orgAbraham Lincoln: “The power of hope upon human exertion and happiness is wonderful.”
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In a fragment discussing human motivation, Lincoln reflects on the profound impact of hope on human effort and well-being.
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