Isaac D'Israeli, Curiosities of Literature.
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The more extensive an author's knowledge of what has been done, the greater will be his power of knowing what to do.
— Benjamin Disraeli
What It Means
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Source: Wikiquote: "Benjamin Disraeli" (Misattributed, Isaac D'Israeli: Several quotes of his father, Isaac D'Israeli, have been widely misattributed to Benjamin.)
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About Benjamin Disraeli
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician, novelist, and essayist, serving twice as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The anniversary of his death on 19 April is known as Primrose Day.
About Benjamin Disraeli
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician, novelist, and essayist, serving twice as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The anniversary of his death on 19 April is known as Primrose Day.
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