When a man fails to see the truth of certain generally accepted views, there is no law compelling him to provoke animosity by announcing his dissent. (George Henry Lewes)

When a man fails to see the truth of certain generally accepted views, there is no law compelling him to provoke animosity by announcing his dissent.

George Henry Lewes

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