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Eric Hoffer (July 25, 1902 May 21, 1983) was an American social writer. He produced ten books and won the Presidential Medal of Freedom in February 1983 from Ronald Reagan. His first book, The True Believer, published in 1951, was widely recognized as a classic. This book, which he considered his best, established his reputation, and he remained a successful writer for most of his remaining years. · Can we improve this biography or this incorrect? Post your own bio in the forums. Explore books and films about Hoffer, Eric.
"The world leans on us. When we sag, the whole world seems to droop."
Hoffer, Eric on Depression
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"The greatest weariness comes from work not done."
Hoffer, Eric on Discontent
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"The beginning of thought is in disagreement -- not only with others but also with ourselves."
Hoffer, Eric on Dissent
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"Dissipation is a form of self-sacrifice."
Hoffer, Eric on Dissipation
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"We do not really feel grateful toward those who make our dreams come true; they ruin our dreams."
Hoffer, Eric on Dreams
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"It is by its promise of a sense of power that evil often attracts the weak."
Hoffer, Eric on Evil
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"Facts are counterrevolutionary."
Hoffer, Eric on Facts
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"Absolute faith corrupts as absolutely as absolute power."
Hoffer, Eric on Faith
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"Our greatest weariness comes from work not done."
Hoffer, Eric on Fatigue
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"Fear of becoming a has been keeps some people from becoming anything."
Hoffer, Eric on Fear
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"There can be no real freedom without the freedom to fail."
Hoffer, Eric on Freedom
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"There is sublime thieving in all giving. Someone gives us all he has and we are his."
Hoffer, Eric on Generosity
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"Man is the only creature that strives to surpass himself, and yearns for the impossible."
Hoffer, Eric on Ambition
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