“Well-bred instinct meets reason halfway”
Quote by George Santayana
Work
The Life of Reason or The Phases of Human Progress: Reason in Society, Volume VII, Book Two
This book is part of a multi-volume series that delves into the philosophical and societal implications of reason. It examines how reason shapes human progress and its impact on societal structures. more
Author
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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