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George Henry Lewes was a British philosopher, literary critic, and writer. Born on April 18, 1817, and died on November 28, 1878, Lewes is known for his contributions to moral philosophy, aesthetics, and literary criticism.

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Famous George Henry Lewes Quotes

“The selective instinct of the artist tells him when his language should be homely, and when it should be more elevated; and it is precisely in the imperceptible blending of the plain with the ornate that a great writer is distinguished. He uses the simplest phrases without triviality, and the grandest without a suggestion of grandiloquence.”

Should Use Artist Language Instinct Phrases Suggestions Simplest Distinguished Great Writers Selective Triviality Homely

Book:The Principles of Success in Literature

Source: The Principles of Success in Literature

“The intensity of vision in the artist and of vividness in his creations are the sole tests of his imaginative power.”

Artist Vision Creation Tests Intensity Sole Imaginative Vividness

Book:The Principles of Success in Literature

Source: The Principles of Success in Literature

“Imagination is not the exclusive appanage of artists, but belongs in varying degrees to all men.”

Men Artist Imagination Degrees Exclusive

Book:The Principles of Success in Literature

Source: The Principles of Success in Literature

“The artist is called a creator.”

Art Artist Creator

Book:The Principles of Success in Literature

Source: The Principles of Success in Literature