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“Nevertheless, one learned very early that books had to be respected; they were all putative Bibles and to some small degree had a share in holiness.”

Quote by Arthur Miller

Book:Timebends: A Life

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Timebends: A Life

This memoir delves into the life of a celebrated physicist, chronicling his experiences, insights, and reflections on the major events and scientific advancements of the 20th century. more

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A renowned American playwright, known for his profound social criticism and character development. His works include 'Death of a Salesman' and 'All My Sons'. more

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“Down deep in His heart God is a comedian who loves to make us laugh.”

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Book:The Collected Essays of Arthur Miller

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“The brain heals the past like an injury.”

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Book:The Collected Essays of Arthur Miller

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“For the political world, I have come to believe, is fundamentally beyond anyone's control, yet we all go on as though it were a kind of vehicle that only needs a change of drivers in order to steer it away from its frequent hair-raising visits to the edge of the cliff.”

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Book:The Penguin Arthur Miller: Collected Plays (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)

Source: The Penguin Arthur Miller: Collected Plays (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)