A Quote by Isaac D'Israeli

The art of meditation may be exercised at all hours, and in all places, and men of genius, in their walks, at table, and amidst assemblies, turning the eye of the the mind upwards, can form an artificial solitude; retired amidst a crowd, calm amidst distraction, and wise amidst folly.

Isaac D'Israeli

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Isaac D'Israeli
British - Writer
May 11, 1766 - January 19, 1848

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