The whole secret of the study of nature lies in learning how to use one's eyes.

Apprendre à voir, voilà tout le secret des études naturelles.

George Sand

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Paying attention Observation

Author

George Sand

Language

French

Time

1869 1860s 19th century

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France Europe

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Sand, George. Letter to Madame Juliette Lamber. 7 Apr. 1868.

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