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If we may believe our logicians, man is distinguis — Joseph Addison

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If we may believe our logicians, man is distinguished from all other creatures by the faculty of laughter.

The Spectator no. 494 (26 September 1712)

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Consciousness and Self-Knowledge Humor e Ironia
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Joseph Addison

1672-05-01 — 1719-06-17 · Milston

Joseph Addison was an English essayist, poet, playwright, and politician. He is best known for co-founding The Spectator magazine with his lifelong friend Richard Steele. Addison's writings were highly influential in the 18th century, shaping literary tastes and contributing to the development of English prose style. His essays offered witty observations on society, politics, and morality, making him a prominent figure in the Augustan age of English literature.

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