Loving humanity means as much, and as little, as loving raindrops, or …

Julian Barnes
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Loving humanity means as much, and as little, as loving raindrops, or loving the Milky Way. You say that you love humanity? Are you sure you aren’t treating yourself to easy self-congratulation, seeking approval, making certain you’re on the right side? ✨ Julian Barnes (1984). Flaubert's parrot, Vintage
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