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Better beware of notions like genius and inspiration; they are a sort of magic wand and should be used sparingly by anybody who wants to see things clearly.
Jose Ortega y Gasset
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"Better beware of notions like genius and inspiration; they are a sort of magic wand and should be used sparingly by anybody who wants to see things clearly."
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Better beware of notions like genius and inspiration; they are a sort of magic wand and should be used sparingly by anybody who wants to see things clearly. — Jose Ortega y Gasset

About Jose Ortega y Gasset

Jose Ortega y Gasset was a Philosopher from Spain (1883–1955).

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This quote is attributed to Jose Ortega y Gasset, a Philosopher from Spain.
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Jose Ortega y Gasset lived from 1883 – 1955.
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