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THE ART OF WORLDLY WISDOM BY BALTHASAR GRACIAN

The Art of Worldly Wisdom (1647) is a collection of 300 pragmatic aphorisms written by the Spanish Jesuit philosopher Baltasar Gracián. The book serves as a "how-to" guide for navigating the complexities of social and professional life. Rather than focusing on abstract morality, Gracián offers shrewd, bite-sized advice on how to outmaneuver rivals, guard one's reputation, and exercise self-control.

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Winnie-the-Pooh / A. A. Milne

Title: Winnie-the-Pooh Author: A. A. Milne Subjects: Children; Fiction; Fantasy "The best book of verses for children ever ...

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