“We know enough of our own history by now to be aware that people exploit what they have merely concluded to be of value, but they defend what they love. To defend what we love we need a particularizing language, for we love what we particularly know.”
Quote by Wendell Berry
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Life is a Miracle: An Essay Against Modern Superstition
This book delves into the examination of various superstitions prevalent in contemporary life, analyzing their origins and effects on societal and personal perspectives. more
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Wendell Berry
Wendell Berry, an American novelist born on August 5, 1934, is renowned for his profound descriptions of rural life and his critical views on modern industrial civilization. more
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