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Peter L. Berger

Even if one is interested only in one's own society, which is one's prerogative, one can understand that society much better by comparing it with others.

Peter L. Berger

Society

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If you focus solely on your own society, you have the right to do so, but your understanding will be limited. By looking at how other societies function, you gain clearer insights into what makes your own society unique or similar.

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