Quote by Gustave Flaubert
The better a work is, the more it attracts criticism it is like th

The better a work is, the more it attracts criticism it is like the fleas who rush to jump on white linens. – Gustave Flaubert

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You can calculate the worth of a man by the number of his enemies, and the importance of a work of art by the harm that is spoken of it. – Gustave Flaubert

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There is a vast world of work out there in this country, where at least 111 million people are employed in this country alone – many of whom are bored out of their minds. All day long. – Richard Nelson Bolles

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One and one is two, and two and two is four, and five will get you ten if you know how to work it. – Mae West

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And where I excel is ridiculous, sickening, work ethic. You know, while the other guys sleeping? Im working. – Will Smith

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