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“We are willing enough to praise freedom when she is safely tucked away in the past and cannot be a nuisance. In the present, amidst dangers whose outcome we cannot foresee, we get nervous about her, and admit censorship.”

Quote by E. M. Forster

Work

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

Author

E. M. Forster
E. M. Forster

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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