"Fortune has rarely condescended to be the companion of genius."
The wild force of genius has oft been fated by nature to be finally ov — Genius
"The wild force of genius has oft been fated by nature to be finally overcome by quiet strength.… The volcano sends up its red bolt with terrific force, as if it would strike the stars; but the calm, resistless hand of gravitation seizes it, and brings it to the earth."
Genius is a characteristic of original and exceptional insight in the performance of some art or endeavor that surpasses expectations, sets new standards for the future, establishes better methods of operation, or remains outside the capabilities of competitors. Genius is associated with intellectual ability and creative productivity. The term genius can also be used to refer to people characteris
Genius is a characteristic of original and exceptional insight in the performance of some art or endeavor that surpasses expectations, sets new standards for the future, establishes better methods of operation, or remains outside the capabilities of competitors. Genius is associated with intellectual ability and creative productivity. The term genius can also be used to refer to people characteris
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View all →"Gift, like genius, I often think only means an infinite capacity for taking pains."
"Ingenio stat sine morte decus."
"As usual he looked tired, but that was normal. Geniuses worked harder than anyone else, not less hard."
"Nullum sæculum magnis ingeniis clausum est."
"A genius is one who can do anything except make a living."