“In times of death and famine, reason is on the side of the priests-who have their own kind of logic which cries for miracles and, on occasion, invents them.”
Quote by Jean Giraudoux
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Jean Giraudoux
Jean Giraudoux was a French novelist born on October 29, 1882, and died on January 31, 1944. His works are known for their unique humor and profound insight, and are considered classics of French literature. more
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