Quote by Gustave Flaubert

I have the handicap of being born with a special language to which I alone have the key.

I have the handicap of being born with a special language to

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This quote suggests that the speaker feels different or isolated because they possess a unique form of communication that others cannot understand. They view this as a handicap, implying that it creates challenges in connecting with others and being fully understood. It highlights the speaker's struggle with expressing themselves effectively and emphasizes the importance of finding understanding and connection despite these linguistic differences.

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By Gustave Flaubert

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