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“Genius is nothing more than common faculties refined to a greater intensity. There are no astonishing ways of doing astonishing things. All astonishing things are done by ordinary materials.”

Quote by Benjamin Haydon

Book:Correspondence and Table-talk: With a Memoir

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Correspondence and Table-talk: With a Memoir

This book is a compilation of personal correspondence and dialogues, offering insights into the author's life and thoughts. It includes a memoir that provides a biographical overview of the author's experiences and perspectives. more

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Benjamin Haydon

Benjamin Haydon was an English painter known for his historical and portrait paintings. Born on January 26, 1786, and died on June 22, 1846, Haydon's works are celebrated for their fine detail and expressive emotion. more

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