The pitifulest thing out is a mob; that's what an army is--a mob; they don't fight with courage that's born in them, but with courage that's borrowed from their mass, and from their officers. But a mob without any MAN at the head of it is BENEATH pitifulness.

Author: Mark Twain

The pitifulest thing out is a mob; that's what an army is--a mob; they don't fight with courage that's born in them, but with courage that's borrowed from their mass, and from their officers. But a mob without any MAN at the head of it is BENEATH pitifulness. - Mark Twain


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“The holy passion of Friendship is of so sweet and steady and loyal and enduring…”

“Maybe not, maybe not. Cheer up, Becky, and let's go on trying.”

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