This quote is written / told by Gerrit Smith between March 6, 1797 and December 28, 1874. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
The author also have 30 other quotes.
"Having soon discovered to be great, I must appear so, and therefore studiously avoided mixing in society, and wrapped myself in mystery, devoting my time to fasting and prayer"
"Without culture, and the relative freedom it implies, society, even when perfect, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future"