“Collective wisdom, alas, is no adequate substitute for the intelligence of individuals. Individuals who opposed received opinions have been the source of all progress, both moral and intellectual. They have been unpopular, as was natural.”
Quote by Bertrand Russell
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Why I am not a Christian, and other essays on religion and related subjects
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of religious themes and the author's non-Christian viewpoint. The essays cover a broad spectrum of religious subjects and offer insights into the author's philosophical and theological considerations. more
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Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more
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