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The appearance of a single great genius is more than equivalent to the birth of a hundred mediocrities
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"The appearance of a single great genius is more than equivalent to the birth of a hundred mediocrities"

- Cesare Lombroso

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This quote by Cesare Lombroso speaks with the power of a single individual to make a higher effect than a big group of individuals. Lombroso is recommending that the birth of a single fantastic genius is more valuable than the birth of a hundred mediocrities. He is highlighting the significance of having a couple of individuals with extraordinary talent, instead of a great deal of individuals with average talent. Lombroso is recommending that the presence of a single fantastic genius can have a much larger effect on society than a hundred individuals with average skill. He is stressing the significance of recognizing and nurturing the talents of those who are genuinely extraordinary, rather than focusing on the average. Lombroso's quote speaks to the power of a single individual to make an enduring impact on the world. It is a pointer that we ought to make every effort to recognize and nurture the talents of those who are really exceptional, instead of concentrating on the average.

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Italy Flag This quote is written / told by Cesare Lombroso between November 18, 1835 and 1909. He/she was a famous Psychologist from Italy. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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