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Quote by Paul Virilio

“Time is not something that can be measured with a pendule. Time is something that we build together within a tribe, a family, a region.”

Quote by Paul Virilio

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Paul Virilio, born on January 4, 1932, is a French philosopher, cultural theorist, and urbanist. His research focuses on themes such as speed, technology, war, and urban environments, offering profound insights into the rapid changes and urbanization processes of modern society. more

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