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“When we ask for love, we don't ask others to be fair to us-but rather to care for us, to be considerate of us. There is a world of difference here between demanding justice... and begging or pleading for love.”

Quote by Mortimer Adler

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Mortimer Adler, born on December 28, 1902 in Chicago, USA, and died on June 28, 2001, was a renowned philosopher, educator, and author. He is best known for his in-depth research and popularization of classical works, particularly for his co-authored book 'Great Books of the Western World' with Charles Van Doren. more

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