Aristocratic Quote by Johan Huizinga

“An aristocratic culture does not advertise its emotions. In its forms of expression it is sober and reserved. Its general attitude is stoic.”

Johan Huizinga

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Aristocratic Attitude Culture Doe Emotion Expression Form Reserved Sober Stoic

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