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A Philosopher’s Stone

Oct 19, 2021

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What does everyone get wrong about the quote “hell is other people” by Jean-Paul Sartre?

Is hell other people?

So, “hell is other people,” is it the case? No, to cut right to the point. But allow me to explain why!

At first glance, the famous quote by French existentialist Jean-Paul Sartre indicates an unpleasant perception of others. However, this quote is often…

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What does everyone get wrong about the quote “hell is other people” by Jean-Paul Sartre?

Is hell other people?

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