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“Η τελειότητα ενέχει κάτι σαν τυραννία, ίσως και κάτι εξουθενωτικό, αρνείται στο θεατή ένα ρόλο στη δημιουργία της και επιβάλλεται με το δογματισμό απερίφραστης δήλωσης. Μα η αληθινή ομορφιά δεν είναι μετρήσιμη, έχει διακυμάνσεις, είναι ορατή από λίγες μόνο γωνίες, και πάλι όχι με κάθε φωτισμό ούτε κάθε στιγμή. Ερωτοτροπεί επικίνδυνα με την ασχήμια, διακινδυνεύει να εκτεθεί, δε συνάδει βολικά με μαθηματικούς τύπους περί αναλογιών, αντλεί τη γοητεία της από στοιχεία που υπηρετούν εξίσου την ασχήμια. Ίσως είναι αναγκαίο η ομορφιά να ρισκάρει προμελετημένα με λίγη ασχήμια.”

Quote by Alain de Botton

Book:On Love
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On Love

This book delves into the complexities and nuances of love, examining its various forms and the impact it has on individuals and society. more

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Alain de Botton
Alain de Botton

Alain de Botton is a Swiss writer and philosopher known for his books on philosophy, art, and culture. His work is characterized by its accessible exploration of profound themes, which has won him a wide audience. more

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