“Construed as a means instead of an end, history is the weapon with which we defend the future against the past.”
Quote by Lewis H. Lapham
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Lewis H. Lapham
Lewis H. Lapham is an American writer born on January 8, 1935. He is known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into American society and politics. more
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