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“Why is it that all those who have become eminent in philosophy, politics, poetry, or the arts are clearly of an atrabilious temperament and some of them to such an extent as to be affected by diseases caused by black bile?”

Quote by Aristotle

Book:The Philosophy Collection [97 Books]

Work

The Philosophy Collection [97 Books]

This collection encompasses a diverse range of philosophical texts, including classic treatises and contemporary essays, covering various philosophical schools of thought and historical periods. more

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Aristotle, a renowned Greek philosopher, is one of the founders of Western philosophy. His thoughts covered a wide range of fields, including ethics, logic, politics, and had a profound impact on the world. more

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