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

Summary

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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By David Herbert Lawrence

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