Modern Eloquence, Volume 9Thomas Brackett Reed, Rossiter Johnson, Justin McCarthy, Albert Ellery Bergh J.D. Morris, 1900 |
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Page 825
... holds a first place . It is the essential and peculiar quality of genius - the quality which lies beyond the reach of the most exacting and intelligent work , as it lies beyond the search of analysis . A trained man may learn the ...
... holds a first place . It is the essential and peculiar quality of genius - the quality which lies beyond the reach of the most exacting and intelligent work , as it lies beyond the search of analysis . A trained man may learn the ...
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... . In a society which holds all the doors open , and affirms in institution and structure that a man shall go where he can , there is always the danger of confusing opportunity with gift . The 832 HAMILTON WRIGHT MABIE.
... . In a society which holds all the doors open , and affirms in institution and structure that a man shall go where he can , there is always the danger of confusing opportunity with gift . The 832 HAMILTON WRIGHT MABIE.
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... holds a first place in our literature , not by reason of its mass , its reality , its range , its spiritual or ethical significance , but by reason of its complete and beautiful individuality , the distinction of its form and ...
... holds a first place in our literature , not by reason of its mass , its reality , its range , its spiritual or ethical significance , but by reason of its complete and beautiful individuality , the distinction of its form and ...
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... hold . Nothing but huzzaing and clapping of hands . The Provost presented me with a handsome box , silver gilt , containing the freedom of the city , and made a very fine speech on the occasion . I returned thanks with sincere emotion ...
... hold . Nothing but huzzaing and clapping of hands . The Provost presented me with a handsome box , silver gilt , containing the freedom of the city , and made a very fine speech on the occasion . I returned thanks with sincere emotion ...
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... hold the proofs in my own hand . And from whom do they come ? From official documents , from the Minister of the Interior , General Ignatieff . The resolution speaks of the laws of Russia as regards its Jewish subjects . I do not assume ...
... hold the proofs in my own hand . And from whom do they come ? From official documents , from the Minister of the Interior , General Ignatieff . The resolution speaks of the laws of Russia as regards its Jewish subjects . I do not assume ...
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