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 so striking, partly because not everyone is conversant with the matter itself, partly because it is easier to say something good on a topic on which little has as yet been said. This is why such thoughts are commonly called “affected” and “ far-fetched.” It is almost impossible to write anything of value without at the time having someone or a certain select audience in mind, to whom to address oneself. At any rate, ninety-nine times out of a hundred, it greatly facilitates delivery.