"The moments of happiness we enjoy take us by surprise. It is not that we seize them, but that they seize us."
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About Ashley Montagu
Ashley Montagu was a British-American anthropologist and humanist known for his works on the topics of race, evolution, and human sexuality. He published numerous influential books that challenged conventional beliefs and promoted understanding and compassion among human beings. Montagu was also a prominent critic of racial prejudice and discrimination, advocating for the equality and dignity of all races.
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