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All brave men love for he only is brave who has affections to fight for, whether in the daily battle of life, or in phys
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"All brave men love; for he only is brave who has affections to fight for, whether in the daily battle of life, or in physical contests"

- Nathaniel Hawthorne

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This quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne speaks with the concept that bravery is not practically physical guts, however likewise about having the strength to combat for something you appreciate. It recommends that true bravery is not almost having the ability to deal with danger, but also about having the guts to stand up for what you think in and defend the things that matter to you. This could be in the type of defending yourself or for others in the face of hardship, or it might be in the kind of fighting for a cause or a belief. Ultimately, Hawthorne is recommending that having something to eliminate for is what makes someone really brave.

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Nathaniel Hawthorne This quote is written / told by Nathaniel Hawthorne between July 4, 1804 and May 19, 1864. He was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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