Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Admiration; is our polite recognition of another's resemblance to ourselves.

Admiration; is our polite recognition of another's resemblan

Summary

This quote suggests that when we admire someone, it is often because we recognize something within them that mirrors who we are or who we aspire to be. It implies that admiration is not solely based on characteristics that are different from our own, but rather on similarities and shared qualities. It highlights the idea that admiration is a form of recognition and appreciation of the likeness we perceive between ourselves and others.

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By Ambrose Bierce

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