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“If they do not share equally enjoyments and toils, those who labor much and get little will necessarily complain of those who labor little and receive or consume much. But indeed there is always a difficulty in men living together and having all human relations in common, but especially in their having common property.”

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Book:The Essential Aristotle
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The Essential Aristotle

This compilation brings together essential writings of Aristotle, offering readers a concise yet profound understanding of his intellectual legacy. It includes extracts from his major treatises, providing a glimpse into his logical reasoning, empirical observations, and philosophical theories that have influenced Western thought for centuries. more

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Aristotle

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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