“There are truths that shield themselves behind veils, and are best spoken by implication. Even the sun veils himself in his own rays to blind the gaze of the too curious starer.”
Book:Table-talk
Quote by Amos Bronson Alcott
Work
Table-talk
Table-talk is a compilation of engaging dialogues and discussions covering a wide range of subjects, offering readers a glimpse into thoughtful conversations and intellectual exchanges. more
Author
Amos Bronson Alcott
American writer, philosopher, and educator, born on November 29, 1799, and died on March 4, 1888. Amos Bronson Alcott is known for his contributions to educational reform and the development of individual freedom. more
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