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Immortality is not a gift, Immortality is an achievement And only those who strive mightily Shall possess it
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"Immortality is not a gift, Immortality is an achievement; And only those who strive mightily Shall possess it"

- Edgar Lee Masters

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Edgar Lee Masters between August 23, 1868 and March 5, 1950. He/she was a famous Poet from USA. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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