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“Darwinism did not strip meaning from the world but intensified it, 'by identifying it in as many aspects of life as possible'.”

Quote by Neal Ascherson

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Neal Ascherson is a renowned British journalist known for his in-depth reporting on the history of Eastern and Central Europe. His writing style is characterized by its nuanced observations and profound insights, covering political and social changes in countries from Poland to Russia. more

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