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"Almost all absurdity of conduct arises from the imitation of those who we cannot resemble."

Samuel Johnson, English Author

Imitation, Absurdity

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"Almost all absurdity of conduct arises from the imitation of those who we cannot resemble."

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"Almost all absurdity of conduct arises from the imitation of those who we cannot resemble."

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