Invention requires an excited mind; execution, a calm one. Johann Peter Eckermann More Quotes by Johann Peter Eckermann More Quotes From Johann Peter Eckermann Wearing spectacles makes men conceited, because spectacles raise them to a degree of sensual perfection which is far above the power of their own nature. Johann Peter Eckermann conceited perfection men A man of talent is not born to be left to himself, but to devote himself to art and good masters who will make something of him. Johann Peter Eckermann talent men art
