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“Only people who have been allowed to practise freedom can have the grown-up look in their eyes.”

Quote by E. M. Forster

Book:Two Cheers for Democracy

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Two Cheers for Democracy

This book delves into the complexities of democratic governance, analyzing its strengths and weaknesses, and offering a nuanced perspective on the functioning of democratic societies. more

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E. M. Forster was an English novelist known for his modernist works. His most famous novel, 'A Passage to India', delves into themes of colonialism and the intricacies of human relationships. Forster's writing is renowned for its wit, irony, and philosophical depth. more

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