The ideas for my books come about in two ways. There can be an intellectual idea that seems to be the reason… — Jeffrey Eugenides Copy Share Image
In most cases, to be reasonable means not to be obstinate, which in turn points to conformity with reality as it is.… — Max Horkheimer Copy Share Image
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