To speak ill of others is a dishonest way of praising ourse… - Will Durant

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To speak ill of others is a dishonest way of praising ourselves. . . let us be above such transparent egotism.

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William James Durant (5 November 1885 – 7 November 1981) was an American historian, philosopher and writer, best remembered for his works The Story of Philosophy, and The Story of Civilization.

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Alternative Names: William James "Will" Durant • William James Durant

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