And each in the cell of himself is almost convinced of his freedom.

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In a cell, a prisoner may feel that he is a free man, but in fact he is a prisoner. In his own mind, he may believe that he is doing great things for his country, but in fact his only duty is to do nothing. In their cells men can be true to themselves and avoid the dangers of self-deception.

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