Quote by Arthur C. Danto

It really is impossible not to like him. His success was his failure.

It really is impossible not to like him. His success was his

Summary

This quote suggests that the person being referred to is incredibly likable, to the point where it becomes impossible for anyone to dislike him. The phrase "his success was his failure" implies that the individual's high level of success may have paradoxically worked against him, causing some individuals to feel envious or resentful, perhaps leading to his downfall. It highlights the idea that attaining too much success can sometimes breed negative feelings in others.

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