Whoever shows both charm and pleasure in explaining to people things that they already know soon gets a reputation as an intelligent individual. (Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach)

Whoever shows both charm and pleasure in explaining to people things that they already know soon gets a reputation as an intelligent individual.

Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach

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