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Quote by Max Beerbohm
How many charming talents have been spoiled by the instilled desir

How many charming talents have been spoiled by the instilled desire to do important work! Some people are born to lift heavy weights. Some are born to juggle with golden balls. – Max Beerbohm

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We must stop talking about the American dream and start listening to the dreams of Americans. – Max Beerbohm

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Men of genius are not quick judges of character. Deep thinking and high imagining blunt that trivial instinct by which you and I size people up. – Max Beerbohm

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To give and then not feel that one has given is the very best of all ways of giving. – Max Beerbohm

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