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Art and music shine a light of meaning on ordinary life, and through them we are able to confront the things that trouble us and to find consolation and peace in their presence.

Roger Scruton

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Roger Scruton
Age: 75 †
Born: 1944
Born: February 27
Died: 2020
Died: January 12
Aesthetician
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Philosopher
Political Scientist
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University Teacher
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Roger Vernon Scruton
Professor Sir Roger Vernon Scruton
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Affect not to despise beauty: no one is freed from its dominion But regard it not a pearl of price--it is fleeting as the bow in the clouds.
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Private property is one of the best institutions which has ever evolved, to protect us from the bullying of others.
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