Famous quote by Albert Camus

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All great deeds and all great thoughts have a ridiculous beginning. Great works are often born on a street corner or in
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"All great deeds and all great thoughts have a ridiculous beginning. Great works are often born on a street corner or in a restaurant's revolving door"

- Albert Camus

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Albert Camus' quote talks to the concept that achievement can originate from the most unforeseen places. He recommends that terrific deeds and ideas typically have humble beginnings, and that even the most monumental works of art or science can begin with something as simple as a conversation on a street corner or a moment in a revolving door. This quote motivates us to try to find achievement in the daily, and to recognize that even the most seemingly unimportant minutes can result in something amazing. It likewise functions as a tip that greatness can come from anyone, no matter their background or scenarios. Camus' quote is a pointer that we ought to never undervalue the potential of any moment, and that greatness can originate from the most unforeseen locations.

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Albert Camus This quote is written / told by Albert Camus between November 7, 1913 and January 4, 1960. He was a famous Philosopher from France. The author also have 89 other quotes.

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