Joseph Conrad Quotes about Achievement

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It is not the clear-sighted who rule the world. Great achievements are accomplished in a blessed, warm fog.

It is not the clear-sighted who rule the world. Great achievements are accomplished in a blessed, warm fog.

Joseph Conrad

Blessed, Fog, Achievement

1915 Victory, author's note.

As a general rule, a reputation is built on manner as much as on achievement.

Joseph Conrad

Achievement, Reputation, Built

Joseph Conrad (2016). “Joseph Conrad: The Complete Novels [Nostromo, Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim, The Secret Agent, etc.] (Book House)”, p.1301, Book House

To be busy with material affairs is the best preservative against reflection, fears, doubts ... all these things which stand in the way of achievement. I suppose a fellow proposing to cut his throat would experience a sort of relief while occupied in stropping his razor carefully.

Joseph Conrad

Cutting, Reflection, Achievement

Joseph Conrad (2015). “The Complete Novels of Joseph Conrad - All 20 Works in One Premium Edition: Including Unforgettable Titles like Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim, The Secret Agent, Nostromo, Under Western Eyes and Many More (With Author’s Letters, Memoirs and Critical Essays)”, p.2835, e-artnow

Joseph Conrad Quotes about Achievement

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