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“Talent is hereditary; it may be the common possession of a whole family (eg, the Bach family); genius is not transmitted; it is never diffused, but is strictly individual.”

Quote by Otto Weininger

Book:Sex & Character
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Sex & Character

This book delves into the intricate connections between sexual behaviors, preferences, and individual characteristics, offering insights into the complex interplay between the two. more

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Otto Weininger
Otto Weininger

Otto Weininger was an Austrian philosopher born on April 3, 1880, and died on October 4, 1903. His thoughts mainly revolve around gender, aesthetics, and ethics, and have had a profound impact on philosophy and psychology in the following years. more

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Author:Otto Weininger
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