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The definition of genius is

The definition of genius is that it acts unconsciously; and those who have produced immortal works, have done so without knowing how or why. The greatest power operates unseen.
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The more we do, the

The more we do, the more we can do; the more busy we are the more leisure we have.
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If mankind had wished for

If mankind had wished for what is right, they might have had it long ago.
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The mind of man is

The mind of man is like a clock that is always running down, and requires to be constantly wound up.
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The way to procure insults

The way to procure insults is to submit to them: a man meets with no more respect than he exacts.
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Men of genius do not

Men of genius do not excel in any profession because they labor in it, but they labor in it because they excel.
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Without the aid of prejudice

Without the aid of prejudice and custom I should not be able to find my way across the room.
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The way to procure insults

The way to procure insults is to submit to them a man meets with no more respect than he exacts.
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When a thing ceases to

When a thing ceases to be a subject of controversy, it ceases to be a subject of interest.
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Man is a make-believe animal

Man is a make-believe animal - he is never so truly himself as when he is acting a part.
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