Being gifted needs courage. – Georg Brandes
But when I was twelve years old I caught my first strong glimpse of one of the fundamental forces of existence, whose votary I was destined to be for life – namely, Beauty. – Georg Brandes
My first experiences of academic friendship made me smile in after years when I looked back on them. But my circle of acquaintances had gradually grown so large that it was only natural new friendships should grow out of it. – Georg Brandes
But I did not find any positive inspiration in my studies until I approached my nineteenth year. – Georg Brandes