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True Wisdom – Quote by Gore Vidal

„True wisdom is to know the extent of what you don't know quite as well as you know what you do know.“

Gore VidalQuote by Gore Vidal on true wisdom: knowing what you know and what you don’t know.
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Gore Vidal was an American writer, screenwriter, and intellectual known for his sharp style and political essays.

This quote by Gore Vidal emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and humility in knowledge.


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Gore Vidal (1925–2012) was a versatile American writer and intellectual who produced novels, essays, screenplays, and plays. He was known for his critical stance on American politics and society as well as his engagement in social and political debates.

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