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I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act; but I do believe in a fate that falls on man unless they act.

G. K. Chesterton
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G K Chesterton

Gilbert Keith Chesterton KC*SG (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was an English writer, philosopher, lay theologian, and literary and art critic. He has been referred to as the "prince of paradox".

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