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“Invisible things are the only realities; invisible things alone are the things that shall remain.”

Quote by William Godwin

Book:Mandeville: A Tale of the Seventeenth Century in England

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Mandeville: A Tale of the Seventeenth Century in England

This book offers a vivid portrayal of life in 17th-century England through the eyes of its protagonist. more

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William Godwin was an English journalist, writer, and philosopher known for his contributions to liberal and socialist ideas. He is particularly famous for his work 'Enquiry Concerning Political Justice', which outlined theories on freedom, equality, and property. Born on March 3, 1756, he passed away on April 7, 1836. more

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