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The Germans believe that, no matter where, they can get by on knowledge alone. Art, however, requires skill.
Franz Grillparzer
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Franz Grillparzer
Age: 81 †
Born: 1791
Born: January 15
Died: 1872
Died: January 21
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Franz Seraphicus Grillparzer
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Swear words and profanities are mere abbreviations of speech, similar to the abbreviations in writing.
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It is fair to despise a cowardly man, but the female sex is strongest when it's weak.
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