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Masculinity is not something given to you, but something you gain. And you gain it by winning small battles with honor
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"Masculinity is not something given to you, but something you gain. And you gain it by winning small battles with honor"

- Norman Mailer

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Norman Mailer between January 31, 1923 and November 10, 2007. He/she was a famous Novelist from USA. The author also have 37 other quotes.

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