“Teachers may think they are stuffing minds, but all they are ever affecting is the memory. Nothing can ever be forced into anyone's mind except by brainwashing, which is the very opposite of genuine teaching.”
Quote by Mortimer Adler
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Mortimer Adler
Mortimer Adler, born on December 28, 1902 in Chicago, USA, and died on June 28, 2001, was a renowned philosopher, educator, and author. He is best known for his in-depth research and popularization of classical works, particularly for his co-authored book 'Great Books of the Western World' with Charles Van Doren. more
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