“Freethinkers are those who are willing to use their minds without prejudice and without fearing to understand things that clash with their own customs, privileges, or beliefs. This state of mind is not common, but it is essential for right thinking.”
Quote by Leo Tolstoy
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The Works of Leo Tolstoy ...: On life and essays on religion, tr. by Aylmer Maude
This compilation includes a variety of essays and works by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy, focusing on philosophical and spiritual themes. The translations by Aylmer Maude provide access to Tolstoy's profound insights into the human condition and religious beliefs. more
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Leo Tolstoy
Leo Tolstoy was a Russian writer and thinker, a prominent representative of 19th-century Russian literature. His works deeply revealed social contradictions and human nature, and had a profound impact on the world. more
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