Human condition Quote by Jill Lepore Download Open image ““...but everyone tries; trying is the human condition. All anyone can do is ask.”” — Jill Lepore ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3.3 out of 5 (6 ratings) Copy quoteShare Human condition Nature of man Trying
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The study of history requires investigation, imagination, empathy, and respect. Reverence just doesn't enter into it. — Jill Lepore Copy Share Image
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