It takes little talent to see clearly what lies under one's nose, a good deal of it to know in which direction to point that organ.

W.H. Auden

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Topic

Judgment Wisdom

Author

W.H. Auden

Source

The Dyer's Hand

Medium

Essay

Language

English

Time

1962 1960s 20th century

Occupation

Poet Writer

From

United Kingdom Europe

Authentication Score 3

Original Citation

Auden, Wystan Hugh. The Dyer's Hand and Other Essays. Random House, 1962, pt. 1.

Current Citation

Auden, Wystan Hugh. The Dyer's Hand and Other Essays. Vintage, 1989, pt. 1.

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Source
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Medium
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Time
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