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The enthusiasm of genius .-- A state of mind resembling a waking dream distinct from reverie .-- The ideal presence distinguished from the real presence .-- The senses are really affected in the ideal world, proved by a variety of instances .-- Of the rapture or sensation of deep study in art, science, and literature.
-- Of perturbed feelings, in delirium .-- In extreme endurance of attention .-- And in visionary illusions .-- Enthusiasts in literature and art .-- Of their self-immolations.

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