Christian Nestell Bovee
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American writer (1820-1904)
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Born
February 22, 1820
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Died
January 18, 1904
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Birthplace
New York City
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Nationality
United States
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"A failure establishes only this, that our determination to succeed was not strong enough."
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"Courage enlarges, cowardice diminishes resources. In desperate straits the fears of the timid aggravate the dangers that imperil the brave."
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"In politics, merit is rewarded by the possessor being raised, like a target, to a position to be fired at."
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"Our first and last love is self-love."
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"Tears are nature's lotion for the eyes. The eyes see better for being washed by them."
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"They are the weakest, however strong, who have no faith in themselves or their own powers."
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