But the disparaging of those we love always alienates us from them to some extent. We must not touch our idols; the gilt comes off in our hands.

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But the disparaging of those we love always alienates us from them to some extent. We must not touch our idols; the gilt comes off in our hands. - Gustave Flaubert

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