This quote is written / told by Walter Bagehot between February 3, 1826 and March 24, 1877. He/she was a famous Author from England.
The author also have 38 other quotes.
"Art is not merely an imitation of the reality of nature, but in truth a metaphysical supplement to the reality of nature, placed alongside thereof for its conquest"
"Though nature be ever so generous, yet can she not make a hero alone. Fortune must contribute her part too; and till both concur, the work cannot be perfected"