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“But it is no good using the tongs of reason to pull the Fundamentalists' chestnuts out of the fire of contradiction. Their real troubles lie elsewhere.”

Quote by Garrett Hardin

Book:Naked emperors: essays of a taboo-stalker

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Naked emperors: essays of a taboo-stalker

This book delves into the intricate relationship between societal norms and individual experiences, examining the challenges and consequences of navigating the boundaries of what is considered acceptable or taboo. more

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Garrett Hardin, an ecologist, was born on April 21, 1915, and passed away on September 14, 2003. He is renowned for his theory of the 'Tragedy of the Commons,' which explores the issue of resource overuse. more

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