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“The most disagreeable thing that your worst enemy says to your face does not approach what your best friends say behind your back.”

Quote by Alfred de Musset

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Alfred de Musset

Alfred de Musset was a French dramatist and poet, born on December 11, 1810, in Paris, and died on May 2, 1857. Known for his romantic style, his works often depicted the contradictions of love and life, with notable plays including 'Thérèse' and 'La Muette de Portici'. more

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