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Always do right. This will gratify some people, and astonish the rest.
Mark Twain
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About Mark Twain

Mark Twain was a Author from United States (1835–1910).

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Who said "Always do right. This will gratify some people, and astonish the rest."?
This quote is attributed to Mark Twain, a Author from United States.
When did Mark Twain live?
Mark Twain lived from 1835 – 1910.