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“The most important factor in the training of good mental habits consists in acquiring the attitude of suspended conclusion, and in mastering the various methods of searching for new materials to corroborate or to refute the first suggestions that occur.”

Quote by John Dewey

Book:How We Think: Top American Authors

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How We Think: Top American Authors

How We Think: Top American Authors is a compilation that delves into the thought patterns and creative processes of several influential American authors. The book provides a comprehensive look at how these authors approach their writing, offering readers a glimpse into their intellectual and creative worlds. more

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John Dewey was an American philosopher and educator, born on October 20, 1859, and died on June 1, 1952. He was a leading figure in the philosophy of pragmatism and had a profound impact on 20th-century education, philosophy, and the social sciences. more

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