Quote by: Georg C. Lichtenberg

To receive applause for works which do not demand all our powers hinders our advance towards a perfecting of our spirit. It usually means that thereafter we stand still.


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Author Bio


  • NameGeorg C. Lichtenberg
  • DescriptionGerman scientist, satirist
  • BornJuly 1, 1742
  • DiedFebruary 24, 1799
  • CountryGermany
  • ProfessionPhysicist; Astronomer; Writer; Scientist
  • AwardsFellow Of The Royal Society