Famous quote by Thomas Hardy

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"Everybody is so talented nowadays that the only people I care to honor as deserving real distinction are those who remain in obscurity"

- Thomas Hardy

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This quote by Thomas Hardy talks with the suggestion that in today's world, it is ending up being increasingly difficult to attract attention from the crowd. With a lot of individuals being skilled as well as achieving success, it is ending up being harder to be really amazing. Durable recommends that the only people who deserve to be honored are those that stay in obscurity, as they are the ones that have really achieved something unique. This quote speaks to the suggestion that it is not constantly one of the most talented or effective people that need to be recognized, but those that have worked hard and also achieved something despite the chances. It is a suggestion that true success is not constantly gauged in popularity or ton of money, however in the effort and dedication took into attaining an objective.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Thomas Hardy between June 2, 1840 and January 11, 1928. He/she was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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