The first internal relation that is essential to a secret society is the reciprocal confidence of its members.
Georg Simmel Quotes
Secrecy sets barriers between men, but at the same time offers the seductive temptation to break through the barriers by gossip or confession.
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| Birth: | 1st March, 1858 |
| Death: | 28th September, 1918 |
| Nationality: | German |
| Profession: | Philosopher, Sociologist |
About
Georg Simmel was born in Berlin, Germany. He was a German sociologist, philosopher, and critic. He received his Ph.D. in philosophy from University of Berlin in 1881. He wrote several books include: On Social Differentiation, Problems of Philosophy of History, Introduction to the Science of Ethics, The Problems of Sociology, The Philosophy of Money, and The View of Life.
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