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“The world is moving faster and faster, but where are we going?I think one of the reasons why things are getting blurry is because there is not much meaning.”

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Alan Lightman
Alan Lightman

Alan Lightman is an American physicist and an accomplished writer. Born on November 28, 1948, he is renowned for his contributions to physics and his literary achievements that blend science and fiction. more

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