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“Most men's conscience, habits, and opinions are borrowed from convention and gather continually comforting assurances from the same social consensus that originally suggested them.”

Quote by George Santayana

Book:The Life of Reason: Human Understanding

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The Life of Reason: Human Understanding

This book delves into the intricacies of human thought and reasoning, offering a detailed analysis of the cognitive processes that underpin human understanding. more

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George Santayana

George Santayana was an American philosopher, essayist, and critic renowned for his unique philosophical thoughts and profound insights into culture, art, and science. His philosophy emphasizes individualism, naturalism, and pragmatism, and his works have had a profound impact on 20th-century philosophy and culture. more

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