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After The Descent Vol. 2 (2014) Essay #16: Essay #17 Josh, Flaws and All, Part 5: "Being Greedy Is Bad ... and Selfish Isn't Much Better" (After The Descent Vol. 2, #17)

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After The Descent Vol. 2 (2014) Essay #16: Essay #17 Josh, Flaws and All, Part 5: "Being Greedy Is Bad ... and Selfish Isn't Much Better" (After The Descent Vol. 2, #17)

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In which I continue the flaws series by discussing my penchant for greediness and be a selfish bastard.

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Length 11 Pages
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Imprint GWS Press
Released May 1, 2014
Identifier (ISBN) 22031127
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