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“On the basis of the familiar experience that that which is learned with difficulty is better retained, it would have been safe to prophesy such an effect from the greater number of repetitions.”

Quote by Hermann Ebbinghaus

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This book delves into the complexities of human memory and its impact on personal identity, weaving a narrative that challenges the reader's understanding of memory and its role in shaping one's self. more

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Hermann Ebbinghaus

Hermann Ebbinghaus (January 24, 1850 - February 26, 1909) was a German psychologist, known as one of the pioneers of experimental psychology. He is renowned for his research on memory, particularly his studies on the memorization of meaningless syllables. more

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