A thought may be very commendable as a thought, but I value it chiefly as a window through which I can obtain insight on the thinker. (Alexander Smith)

A thought may be very commendable as a thought, but I value it chiefly as a window through which I can obtain insight on the thinker.

Alexander Smith

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