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Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“We all of us live upon the past, and through the past we are destroyed.”

Book:Goethe's Criticisms, Reflections, and Maxims

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Goethe's Criticisms, Reflections, and Maxims

This book compiles a selection of Goethe's thoughts and insights, offering a glimpse into his intellectual and philosophical pursuits. It includes his critiques on various subjects, personal musings, and concise wisdom, showcasing the depth of his intellect and the breadth of his interests. more

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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, born on August 28, 1749, and died on March 22, 1832, was a prominent German writer, thinker, and scientist. He is one of the greatest writers in German literary history and his works have had a profound impact on the world. His most famous works include 'Faust' and 'The Sorrows of Young Werther'. more

“Maybe the first time that you know you really care about something is when you think about it not being there,and when you know-you really know-that the emptinessis as much as inside you as outside you.For it falls out,that what we have we prize not to the worth whiles we enjoy it;but being lacked and lost,why,then we rack the value,then we find the virtue that possesion would not show us while it was ours.That's when I knew for the first time that I really did love my sister.”

Thinking Knows Firsts Shows Care Values Fall Lost Enjoy Virtue First Time Prize My Sister Being There Racks

Author:Gary D. Schmidt

“Do not compute the totality of your poultry population until all the manifestations of incubation have been entirely completed.”

Has Beens Population Manifestation Totality Bryan Poultry Incubation

Author:William Jennings Bryan

“THE LAST WORDS OF MAX VANDENBURG: You've done enough.”

Done Enough Lasts Last Words Max

Book:The Book Thief: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition

Source: The Book Thief: Enhanced Movie Tie-in Edition

“Patience gives your spouse permission to be human. It understands that everyone fails. When a mistake is made, it chooses to give them more time that they deserve to correct it. It gives you the ability to hold on during the rough times in your relationship rather than bailing out under the pressure.”