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Human dignity ... is derived from a sense of independence.

Maria Montessori

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Maria Montessori
Age: 81 †
Born: 1870
Born: August 31
Died: 1952
Died: May 6
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Mathematician
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Philosopher
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Psychiatrist
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Teacher
Maria Tecla Artemisia Montessori
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