A Quote by Isak Dinesen
Truth is for tailors and shoemakers. I, on the contrary, have always held that the Lord has a penchant for masquerades.
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It would be unjust, and moreover Utopian, for Shakespeare to direct the shoemakers' union. But it would be equally disastrous forthe shoemakers' union to ignore Shakespeare.
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The patient's autonomy always, always should be respected, even if it is absolutely contrary - the decision is contrary to best medical advice and what the physician wants.
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