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“I try to keep my voice in writing, and I think that's why I get so many complaints about how I write.”

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Stanley Cavell, born on September 1, 1926, is a renowned philosopher from the United States. His research focuses on moral philosophy, film philosophy, and literary theory, particularly known for his in-depth exploration of the relationship between film and philosophy. more

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