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James Marriott. The value of being pretentious and the importance of the emotions to the intellect.

The Common Reader

NOTE

Understanding Doesn't Equal Kindness

Reading novels may enhance our understanding of human behavior, but this does not necessarily translate to increased empathy or kindness. Jane Austen serves as a prime example, demonstrating keen insight into characters while simultaneously portraying them with a degree of cruelty, indicating that comprehension of others does not inherently foster a compassionate response.

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