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“... the genius never makes anything new, but always something that is just different, and the average talents provide him the possibility within which his genius condenses into achievements.”

Quote by Robert Musil

Book:Precision and Soul: Essays and Addresses

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Precision and Soul: Essays and Addresses

This book is a compilation of thoughtful essays and speeches that delve into the nuanced relationship between the meticulous and the emotional aspects of human experience. more

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Robert Musil, born on November 6, 1880, and died on April 15, 1942, was one of the greatest German novelists of the 20th century. He is renowned for his profound psychological portrayals and philosophical reflections in his works. more

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