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John Ruskin Quotes: A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small parcel.
         

A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small parcel.


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This page presents the quote "A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small parcel.". Author of this quote is John Ruskin. This quote is about introspection, self-importance, psychology, self-involvement,.