Quote by Albert Camus

I know that man is capable of great deeds. But if he isn't capable of great emotion, well, he leaves me cold.

I know that man is capable of great deeds. But if he isn't c

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This quote highlights the speaker's recognition of mankind's capacity for impressive achievements. However, they express that if an individual lacks the ability to experience intense emotions, it fails to evoke any interest or connection within the speaker. It hints at the importance of emotional depth and passion in human interactions, suggesting that extraordinary accomplishments alone are not enough to inspire true admiration or warmth.

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