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He has
become the most independent being in the world, good-humoredly
tolerant of the beliefs and fancies of others, while reserving, as
a matter of course, the right to think for himself.
In appealing to the intelligent American public, choosing for
itself among the multitude of books now offered, it is my creed
that an author should maintain completely and thoroughly his own
individuality, and take the consequences. He cannot conjure
strongly by imitating any one, or by representing any school or
fashion. He must do his work conscientiously, for his readers know
by instinct whether or not they are treated seriously and with
respect. Above all, he must understand men and women sufficiently
to interest them; for all the "powers that be" cannot compel them
to read a book they do not like.
My early experience in respect to my books in the British
Dominions has been similar to that of many others. My first
stories were taken by one or more publishers without saying "by
your leave," and no returns made of any kind. As time passed,
Messrs.


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