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“Love is beyond description; but not beyond demonstrating. Love is beyond the mind because it is always new. Any product of the mind is a reaction of the past, a synthesis of what is old. So the mind is a modifier, a reactor; a renovator, but it cannot create the new.”

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Barry Long
Barry Long

Barry Long, born on August 1, 1926, was an influential American writer whose works spanned various genres, including novels, poetry, and prose. Known for his profound philosophical insights and unique literary style, Long's works have left a lasting impact on both the literary and philosophical worlds. more

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