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It is true that we are weak and sick and ugly and quarrelsome but if that is all we ever were, we would millenniums ago
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"It is true that we are weak and sick and ugly and quarrelsome but if that is all we ever were, we would millenniums ago have disappeared from the face of the earth"

- John Steinbeck

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This quote by John Steinbeck speaks to the resilience of the human race. In spite of our weaknesses, health issues, ugliness, and also quarrelsomeness, we have actually managed to endure as well as thrive for centuries. This talks to the toughness of the human spirit and our capability to conquer misfortune. We have been able to adjust to altering settings as well as develop new innovations to help us survive. We have actually also had the ability to come together in times of need as well as work together to address problems. This quote is a suggestion of the power of the mankind and also our ability to get rid of any challenge. It is a testimony to our strength as well as decision to make it through and also grow despite hardship.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Steinbeck between February 27, 1902 and December 20, 1968. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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