It is with the reading of books the same as with looking at pictures; …

Vincent Van Gogh
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It is with the reading of books the same as with looking at pictures; one must, without doubt, without hesitations, with assurance, admire what is beautiful. ✨ Vincent van Gogh, Vincent Willem Gogh (1927). The Letters of Vincent Van Gogh to His Brother, 1872-1886: With a Memoir by His Sister-in-law, J. Van Gogh-Bonger ...
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