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“If a man insisted always on being serious, and never allowed himself a bit of fun and relaxation, he would go mad or become unstable without knowing it.”

Quote by Herodotus

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Herodotus
Herodotus

Herodotus, known as the 'Father of History', was a renowned Greek historian. Born in 484 BC and died in 425 BC, he is celebrated for his meticulous research and unique narrative style. His masterpiece, 'The Histories', documents the Greco-Persian Wars and the customs of the regions around them. more

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