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“Some minds are made of blotting-paper: you can write nothing on them distinctly. They swallow the ink, and you find a large spot.”

Quote by Augustus William Hare

Book:Guesses at Truth

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Guesses at Truth

This book delves into the nature of truth and how it is perceived by individuals, offering a philosophical analysis of the concept. more

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Augustus William Hare

Augustus William Hare was an English author born on November 17, 1792, and died on January 22, 1834. Known for his travelogues and biographies, he is particularly renowned for his collaborative work on 'The English worthies' with John Clark. more

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