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Quote by Vera John-Steiner

“To think, it seems to me, is to hold an idea long enough to unlock and shape its power in the varied contexts of shared human knowledge.”

Book:Notebooks of the Mind: Explorations of Thinking

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Notebooks of the Mind: Explorations of Thinking

This book delves into the intricacies of human cognition, examining various aspects of thinking and mental activities through a series of essays and reflections. more

Author

Vera John-Steiner

Vera John-Steiner, born in 1930, is an accomplished author whose works span a variety of genres, including novels, biographies, and memoirs. She is known for her profound character development and emotional expression in her writing. more

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