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The service of philosophy, of speculative culture, towards the human spirit, is to rouse, to startle it to a life of constant and eager observation.

Quote by Walter Pater about philosophy, culture, human imperfections, spirit, life.

Walter Pater

Walter Pater 1839 - 1894, english critic

Life period: 1839 - 1894

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