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“A man's style should be like his dress. It should be as unobtrusive and should attract as little attention as possible.”

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C. E. M. Joad
C. E. M. Joad

C. E. M. Joad was a British philosopher, writer, and broadcaster known for his popularizing of philosophy and his work in social and political issues. He was born on August 12, 1891, and passed away on April 9, 1953. more

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