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“Unless we love and are loved, each of us is alone, each of us is deeply lonely.”

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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