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Quote by Norman Cousins

“My reason nourishes my faith and my faith my reason.”

Quote by Norman Cousins

Book:The celebration of life: a dialogue on immortality and infinity

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The celebration of life: a dialogue on immortality and infinity

This book delves into profound philosophical discussions about the nature of life, immortality, and the infinite, presented in a conversational style that encourages readers to contemplate these timeless themes. more

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Norman Cousins was an American journalist, author, and professor. He is renowned for his role as a journalist and his promotion of laughter as a therapeutic method. Born on June 24, 1915, Cousins passed away on November 30, 1990. more

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