But this priviledge, is allayed by another; and that is, by the priviledge of Absurdity; to which no living creature is subject, but man only. (Thomas Hobbes)

But this priviledge, is allayed by another; and that is, by the priviledge of Absurdity; to which no living creature is subject, but man only.

Thomas Hobbes

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