“It is quite possible, and not uncommon, to read most laboriously, even so as to get by heart the words of a book, without really studying it at all,--that is, without employing the thoughts on the subject.”
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Essays: With Annotations by Richard Whately
This book is a compilation of essays by the 19th-century writer Richard Whately, accompanied by his own annotations that provide additional context and analysis. The essays cover a range of subjects, reflecting Whately's intellectual pursuits and scholarly expertise. more
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Richard Whately
Richard Whately, a renowned British economist, was born on February 1, 1787, and passed away on October 8, 1863. He is known for his contributions to political economy and moral philosophy. more
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