Greed probably figures in my intellectual life as well, as I attempt to absorb a massive amount of information with consequent mental indigestion. (Etty Hillesum)

Greed probably figures in my intellectual life as well, as I attempt to absorb a massive amount of information with consequent mental indigestion.

Etty Hillesum

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