"Freedom is fragile and must be protected. To sacrifice it, even as a temporary measure, is to betray it."

Alex Comfort (1920 - 2000)
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About Alex Comfort

Alex Comfort (1920-2000) was a British scientist, physician, and writer best known for his groundbreaking work 'The Joy of Sex,' which revolutionized attitudes toward sexuality in the 1970s. Comfort was a prominent figure in the fields of gerontology, ecology, and pacifism, advocating for social progress and individual freedom. He also authored numerous books on a wide range of topics, including poetry, biology, and social issues.

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