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Quote by John Dewey

“...the moment of passage from disturbance into harmony is that of intensest life.”

Quote by John Dewey

Book:Art as Experience

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Art as Experience

This book delves into the profound connection between art and the human experience, examining how art shapes and reflects our understanding of the world and ourselves. It explores various forms of art and their significance in human culture and society. more

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John Dewey was an American philosopher and educator, born on October 20, 1859, and died on June 1, 1952. He was a leading figure in the philosophy of pragmatism and had a profound impact on 20th-century education, philosophy, and the social sciences. more

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