“I never dreamed of being Shakespeare or Goethe, and I never expected to hold the great mirror of truth up before the world; I dreamed only of being a little pocket mirror, the sort that a woman can carry in her purse; one that reflects small blemishes, and some great beauties, when held close enough to the heart.”
Quote by Peter Altenberg
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Peter Altenberg
Peter Altenberg, born on March 9, 1859, was a renowned Austrian writer. His works are known for their humor, satire, and profound social insight, making him one of the representatives of Viennese modernist literature. more
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