Quotes by Louisa May Alcott about Genius

Louisa May Alcott American Novelist

Conceit spoils the finest genius. There is not much danger that real talent or goodness will be overlooked long; even if it is, the consciousness of possessing and using it well should satisfy one, and the great charm of all power is modesty.

Quote by Louisa May Alcott about genius

It takes people a long time to learn the difference between talent and genius, especially ambitious young men and women.

Quote by Louisa May Alcott about genius

Talent isn't genius, and no amount of energy can make it so. I want to be great, or nothing. I won't be a commonplace dauber, so I don't intend to try any more.

Quote by Louisa May Alcott about genius