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Quote by H. L. Mencken: Apes and Descent

„It is even harder for the average ape to believe that he has descended from man.“

H. L. MenckenH. L. Mencken satirically notes how hard it is for apes to believe they descended from humans.
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Henry Louis Mencken, commonly known as H. L. Mencken in America, was an American writer, journalist, literary critic, columnist, satirist, and cultural critic of German descent.

A satirical view on evolution and human beliefs.


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Henry Louis Mencken (1880–1956) was an influential American writer, journalist, and critic of German heritage. Known for his sharp social commentary and satire, he addressed issues of culture, politics, and society.

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