“No wonder so many sermons are devoted exclusively to "spiritual" subjects. If one is living by the tithes of history's most destructive economy, then the disembodiment of the soul becomes the chief of worldly conveniences.”
Quote by Wendell Berry
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What Are People For?: Essays
This book is a compilation of thought-provoking essays that delve into the fundamental questions of human life and the meaning of existence. more
Author
Wendell Berry
Wendell Berry, an American novelist born on August 5, 1934, is renowned for his profound descriptions of rural life and his critical views on modern industrial civilization. more
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