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“I must confess that I am deeply troubled. I fear that human beings are intent upon acting out a vast deathwish and that it lies with us now to make every effort to promote resistance to the insanity and brutality of policies which encompass the extermination of hundreds of millions of human beings.”

Quote by Bertrand Russell

Book:The Autobiography of Bertrand Russell

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The Autobiography of Bertrand Russell

This book offers an in-depth look into the personal and intellectual journey of Bertrand Russell, covering his early life, academic pursuits, and contributions to philosophy, mathematics, and social issues. more

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Bertrand Russell

Bertrand Russell was a British philosopher, mathematician, and logician born on May 18, 1872, and died on February 2, 1970. He is known for his contributions to logic and mathematics, particularly in the fields of mathematical logic and philosophical analysis. His works spanned a wide range of subjects, including ethics, political philosophy, history, and literary criticism. more

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Book:The basic writings of Bertrand Russell, 1903-1959

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