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John Davidson was a Scottish poet, playwright and novelist, best known for his ballads. He also did translations from French and German. In 1909, financial difficulties, as well as both physical and mental health problems, led to his suicide.. Scottish poet playwright and novelist


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Quote Left I don't know why people are so surprised by my live performances. My approach is so simple; every song I sing, every story I tell, every move I make, must move the audience to laughter, tears or inspiration. Otherwise, why should I do it? Quote Right
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Quote Left If you want to succeed you should strike out on new paths, rather than travel the worn paths of accepted success. Quote Right
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Quote Left Charity is injurious unless it helps the recipient to become independent of it. Quote Right
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Quote Left I believe that every right implies a responsibility every opportunity an obligation every possession a duty. Quote Right
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Quote Left The secret of success is to do common things uncommonly well. Quote Right
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