“The best and simplest cosmetic for women is constant gentleness and sympathy for the noblest interests of her fellow-creatures. This preserves and gives to her features an indelibly gay, fresh, and agreeable expression. If women would but realize that harshness makes them ugly, it would prove the best means of conversion.”
Quote by Berthold Auerbach
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Berthold Auerbach
Berthold Auerbach was a prominent German poet born on February 28, 1812, in Hamburg, Germany, and died on February 8, 1882. His poetry is known for its profound emotion and unique style, which had a significant impact on German literature. more
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