Man's Pursuit of Happiness: Dr. Samuel Johnson's Philosophical View in Rasselas |
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... sense for him to gratify ? And what are the desires that are distinct from sense for him to satisfy ? These are all the problems that burdened his heart and troubled his mind . That is the reason why he would try all the ways and means ...
... sense for him to gratify ? And what are the desires that are distinct from sense for him to satisfy ? These are all the problems that burdened his heart and troubled his mind . That is the reason why he would try all the ways and means ...
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... sense of honor and vanity are instinctive of humanity . But they are quite distinct in nature . One is virtuous and the other vicious ; one is fed with esteem obtained through beneficial deeds or achievements , and the other with ...
... sense of honor and vanity are instinctive of humanity . But they are quite distinct in nature . One is virtuous and the other vicious ; one is fed with esteem obtained through beneficial deeds or achievements , and the other with ...
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... sense of his own dignity if he thought he was being patronized . But in his relations with persons of mean abilities , like his friend and dependent , Dr. Levett , with servants , like Catherine Chambers , and with children , he never ...
... sense of his own dignity if he thought he was being patronized . But in his relations with persons of mean abilities , like his friend and dependent , Dr. Levett , with servants , like Catherine Chambers , and with children , he never ...
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