Alexander PopeHope springs eternal in the human breast; Man never Is, but always To be blest. The soul, uneasy, and confin'd from home, Rests and expatiates in a life to come.
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Throughout history, there have been so many different views on what it is to be a man. In the old days, a man’s greatest honor was to die for his country, to be a soldier. In the early 20th century, the idea of a man as a breadwinner spread with “Man as breadwinner” becoming a popular title for literature. In more modern times, we have seen a shift back towards a belief that a man is a protector of his family and community. The idea of always being able to protect those you love and care about is something that gives hope for those who want to succeed in life.
Source: An Essay On Man
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