Quote by David Herbert Lawrence

They say geniuses mostly have great mothers. They mostly have sad fates.

They say geniuses mostly have great mothers. They mostly hav

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This quote implies that there is a correlation between having a great mother and being a genius. It suggests that the presence of a supportive and nurturing mother figure can significantly contribute to the development of a genius. However, the quote also highlights the unfortunate circumstances that geniuses often face in their lives. It implies that their exceptional intelligence may come at a cost, leading to complexities and challenges that result in a "sad fate" for these individuals.

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