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J. G. Ballard - The Enlightenment view of mankind is a...
The Enlightenment view of mankind is a complete myth. It leads us into thinking we're sane and rational creatures most of the time, and we're not. (J. G. Ballard)

The Enlightenment view of mankind is a complete myth. It leads us into thinking we're sane and rational creatures most of the time, and we're not.

J. G. Ballard

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