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Aldous Huxley

The charm of history and its enigmatic lesson consist in the fact that, from age to age, nothing changes and yet everything is completely different.

Aldous Huxley

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History is fascinating because it shows that human nature and basic patterns stay the same over time. At the same time, the details and circumstances are always unique, making each era distinct from the last.

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