An American a Negro... two souls two thoughts two unreconciled strivings two warring ideals in one dark body whose dogged strength alone keeps it from being torn asunder.
A little less complaint and whining and a little more dogged work and manly...
But the wicked passions of men's hearts alone seem strong enough to leave...
To know how to grow old is the master work of wisdom and one of the most difficult chapters in the great art of living.
