“Because the world is radically new, the ideal encyclopedia should be radical, too.”
Quote by Charles Van Doren
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Charles Van Doren
Charles Van Doren was a renowned American intellectual, writer, and television personality. He gained fame in the mid-20th century for participating in the television game show 'Twenty-One', which became a cultural icon in the United States. Van Doren is respected for his wide-ranging interests and achievements in literature and academia. more
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