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“Habit is stronger than reason.”

Quote by George Santayana

Book:The Works of George Santayana: Interpretations of the poetry and religion. Hamlet. Shelley. Dickens. Tragic philosophy

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The Works of George Santayana: Interpretations of the poetry and religion. Hamlet. Shelley. Dickens. Tragic philosophy

The book is a compilation of George Santayana's insights into poetry, religion, and the tragic elements in the works of Shakespeare's Hamlet, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Charles Dickens. It offers a comprehensive exploration of Santayana's philosophical perspectives on these literary figures and their contributions to tragic thought. more

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George Santayana

George Santayana was an American philosopher, essayist, and critic renowned for his unique philosophical thoughts and profound insights into culture, art, and science. His philosophy emphasizes individualism, naturalism, and pragmatism, and his works have had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy and culture. more

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