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"If egotism means a terrific interest in one's self, egotism is absolutely essential to efficient living."

Arnold Bennett, English Novelist

Egotism, Interest, Living, Self

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"If egotism means a terrific interest in one's self, egotism is absolutely essential to efficient living."

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"If egotism means a terrific interest in one's self, egotism is absolutely essential to efficient living."

Arnold Bennett, English Novelist

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