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With no attempt there can be no failure with no failure no humiliation.

William James

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William James
Age: 68 †
Born: 1842
Born: January 11
Died: 1910
Died: August 26
Philosopher
Physician
Psychologist
University Teacher
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Science as such assuredly has no authority, for she can only say what is, not what is not.
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