Richard Wagner — "My greatest joy is to make others suffer for my art."
My greatest joy is to make others suffer for my art.
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A controversial statement attributed to him, reflecting his demanding nature and the sacrifices he expected from collaborators and patrons.
Date: Uncertain, but widely discussed
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