“Always and inevitably everyone underestimates the number of stupid individuals in circulation.”
Quote by Carlo M. Cipolla
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Carlo M. Cipolla
Carlo M. Cipolla was a widely influential scholar in the fields of history, economics, and sociology. His research focused on economic history and comparative historical analysis, particularly known for his studies on the economic and social changes during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. more
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