On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
The great man is always the man of mighty effort, and usually the man whom grinding need has trained to mighty effort.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
In an essay on the qualities of great individuals, this passage defines greatness through sustained effort and the crucible of necessity.
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