"The quest of philosophical truth presupposes that obstacles have to be removed."

Bryan Magee (1930 - 2019)
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About Bryan Magee

Bryan Magee (1930-2019) was a British philosopher, broadcaster, and writer. He served as a Member of Parliament for a brief period before focusing on his academic and media career. Magee became well-known for his contributions to popularizing philosophy through television programs such as 'Men of Ideas' and 'The Great Philosophers'. He authored several books on philosophy and biographies of notable philosophers, aiming to make complex philosophical ideas accessible to a wider audience.

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