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The giving and receiving of pleasure is a need and an ecstasy.
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We often choose a friend as we do a mistress — for no particular...
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The net of the sleeper catches fish.
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Nothing contributes so much to tranquilizing the mind as a steady purpose – a...
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There are few minds to which tyranny is not delightful.
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We are alone, absolutely alone on this chance planet and, amid all the forms...
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He who does not care for Heaven but is contented where he is, is...
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A wretched soul, bruised with adversity, We bid be quiet when we hear it...
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Reading transports me. I can go anywhere and never leave my chair. It lets...
Quote #17385
The first and last thing required of genius is the love of truth.