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The life was as free as it was rude, and it possessed great fascinations, not only for the wilder spirits, but even for many men who, when they had the chance, showed that they possessed ability to acquire cultivation.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt captures the allure of frontier life, highlighting its freedom and the potential for personal growth.

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