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Genius unrefined resembles a flash of lightning, but wisdom is like the sun.

Franz Grillparzer
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Franz Grillparzer

Franz Seraphicus Grillparzer (15 January 1791 – 21 January 1872) was an Austrian writer who is chiefly known for his dramas. He also wrote the oration for Ludwig van Beethoven's funeral.

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