"Unprovided with original learning, unformed in the habits of thinking, unskilled in the arts of composition, I resolved to write a book."

Habit, Habits, Learning, Thinking

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"Unprovided with original learning, unformed in the habits of thinking, unskilled in the arts of composition, I resolved to write a book."

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"I am indeed rich, since my income is superior to my expenses, and my expense is equal to my wishes."

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"Hope, the best comfort of our imperfect condition."

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