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There is graciousness and a kind of urbanity in beginning with men by esteem and confidence. It proves, at least, that we have long lived in good company with others and with our selves.

Joseph Joubert

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Joseph Joubert
Age: 69 †
Born: 1754
Born: May 7
Died: 1824
Died: May 4
Essayist
Philosopher
Writer
Good
Beginning
Men
Prove
Urbanity
Least
Graciousness
Company
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Others
Selves
Self
Esteem
Long
Confidence
Kind
Lived

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