“(As human beings) We see everything everything in a glass, darkly. Sometimes we can peer through the glass and catch a glimpse of what is on the other side. If we were to polish the glass clean, we'd see much more. But then we would no longer see ourselves.”
Quote by Jostein Gaarder
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Jostein Gaarder
Jostein Gaarder is a Norwegian author known for his fantasy literature. His most famous work is 'Sophie's World', a philosophical novel that combines literary and philosophical elements, telling the story of a girl named Sophie's dialogue with a philosopher. Gaarder's works often explore profound philosophical and religious issues, enjoying great popularity among readers. more
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