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“Once the anchor of reason has been cut, ones craft may go anywhere. One may become a St Francis or equally a Hitler.”

Quote by Brand Blanshard

Book:Reason and Analysis

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Reason and Analysis

This book explores the principles and techniques of reasoning and analysis, providing readers with a framework for critical thinking and problem-solving. more

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Brand Blanshard

Brand Blanshard was a prominent American philosopher known for his contributions to ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics. His philosophical thought was deeply influenced by British empiricism and German idealism, and he had a significant impact on the philosophy community in the 20th century. more

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