The thirst for powerful sensations takes the upper hand both over fear and over compassion for the grief of others.
Anton Chekhov
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- There is nothing new in art except talent.
- The wealthy are always surrounded by hangers-on science and art are as well.
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- When you're thirsty and it seems that you could drink the entire ocean that's faith when you start to drink and finish only a glass or two that's science.