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“In Western society, and particularly in American society, imagination is stulified from infancy. The imaginative child is discouraged and upbraided. He is told that the process is mere dreaming, that it wastes time and leads nowhere. It is said to be "impractical." As the child grows and its imagination inevitably leads it to express unconventional ideas and to try new behavior, it is chided and even viciously punished for such signs of unorthodoxy.”

Quote by Philip Wylie

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Philip Wylie was an American author known for his science fiction and adventure novels. His works often explored social and political issues, and were praised for their unique narrative style and profound philosophical insights. more

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