Frivolity, under whatever form it appears, deprives attention of its power, thought of its originality, and sentiment of its depth. (Anne Louise Germaine de Staël)

Frivolity, under whatever form it appears, deprives attention of its power, thought of its originality, and sentiment of its depth.

Anne Louise Germaine de Staël

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