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“Let's face it, most of us are not half as smart as we may sometimes think we are-- and for intellectuals, not one-tenth as smart.”

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The Thomas Sowell Reader

This book compiles a selection of Thomas Sowell's writings, offering insights into economics, race, culture, and social policy. Sowell's work is characterized by its analytical rigor and its exploration of the complexities of human behavior and societal structures. more

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Thomas Sowell is a renowned economist, born on June 30, 1930. His research spans across various fields such as economic policy, race, and social issues, having a profound impact on economics and the social sciences. more

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