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“The city is a cultural invention enforcing on the citizen knowledge of his own nature. And this we do not like. That we are aggressive beings, easily given to violence; that we get along together because we must more than because we want to, and that the brotherhood of man is about as far from reality today as it was two thousand years ago; that reason's realm is small; that we never have been and never shall be created equal; that if the human being is perfectible, he has so far exhibited few symptoms - all are considerations of man from which space tends to protect us.”

Quote by Robert Ardrey

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Robert Ardrey, born on October 16, 1908 and died on January 14, 1980, was a renowned playwright of the 20th century. Known for his profound social insight and unique dramatic style, his works have left a lasting impact on the theater world. more

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