“The people I respect most behave as if they were immortal and as if society was eternal. Both assumptions are false: both of them must be accepted as true if we are to go on eating and working and loving, and are to keep open a few breathing holes for the human spirit.”
Quote by E. M. Forster
Work
Two Cheers for Democracy
This book delves into the complexities of democratic governance, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses, and offering a nuanced perspective on the functioning of democratic societies. more
Author
E. M. Forster
E. M. Forster was an English novelist known for his modernist works. His most famous novel, 'A Passage to India', delves into themes of colonialism and the intricacies of human relationships. Forster's writing is renowned for its wit, irony, and philosophical depth. more
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