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“The man of science appears to be the only man who has something to say just now, and the only man who does not know how to say it.”

Quote by James M. Barrie

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James M. Barrie

James M. Barrie, born on May 9, 1860, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on June 19, 1937, was a renowned British novelist and playwright. He is best known for his classic children's novel 'Peter Pan'. Barrie's unique literary style and contributions to children's literature have earned him widespread acclaim. more

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Source: Astonishing Hypothesis: The Scientific Search for the Soul

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