Carl von Clausewitz Quotes about Genius

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Talent and genius operate outside the rules, and theory conflicts with practice.

Talent and genius operate outside the rules, and theory conflicts with practice.

Carl von Clausewitz

Practice, Genius, Talent

Carl von Clausewitz, Michael Howard, Peter Paret (1989). “On War”, p.140, Princeton University Press

Any complex activity, if it is to be carried on with any degree of virtuosity, calls for appropriate gifts of intellect and temperament. If they are outstanding and reveal themselves in exceptional achievements, their possessor is called a 'genius'.

Carl von Clausewitz

Achievement, Degrees, Genius

Carl von Clausewitz, Michael Howard, Peter Paret (1989). “On War”, p.100, Princeton University Press

A prince or general can best demonstrate his genius by managing a campaign exactly to suit his objectives and his resources, doing neither too much nor too little.

Carl von Clausewitz

Campaigns, Genius, Littles

Carl von Clausewitz (2008). “On War”, p.177, Princeton University Press