“Idealism springs from deep feelings, but feelings are nothing without the formulated idea that keeps them whole.”
Quote by Jacques Barzun
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Jacques Barzun
Jacques Barzun was an American historian, born on November 30, 1907, and passed away on October 25, 2012. He was renowned for his profound insights into Western culture, literature, and history, and is considered one of the most important cultural critics of the 20th century. more
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