"A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gardener scent his roses."

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"A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gardener scent his roses."

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"The ear disapproves but tolerates certain musical pieces; transfer them into the domain of our nose, and we will be forced to flee."

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