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It is in the nature of things, that they who are in the centre of a circle should appear directly opposed to those who view them from any part of the circumference.
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Edmund Burke
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Editor's note · Context
Burke reflects on the perspective of those at the center of a circle compared to those on the circumference, emphasizing differing viewpoints.
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