“We are faced with having to learn again about interdependency and the need for rootedness after several centuries of having systematically-and proudly-dismantled our roots, ties, and traditions. We had grown so tall we thought we could afford to cut the roots that held us down, only to discover that the tallest trees need the most elaborate roots of all.”
Quote by Paul L Wachtel
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Paul L Wachtel
Paul L Wachtel, born in 1940, is an accomplished American author whose works span various literary genres, including novels, plays, and essays. Wachtel's writing style is known for its profound insights into human nature and a sharp sense of humor. more
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