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“I never drink without a thirst, either present or future.”

Quote by Francois Rabelais

Book:Gargantua and Pantagruel

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Gargantua and Pantagruel

Written by François Rabelais, this novel is a satirical and fantastical tale that follows the adventures of two giants, Gargantua and his son Pantagruel. The book is renowned for its wit, its exploration of human nature, and its influence on subsequent literature. more

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Francois Rabelais

French Renaissance writer known for his satirical novel 'Gargantua and Pantagruel'. Rabelais' works are renowned for their humor, satire, and criticism of the church and social customs of the time. more

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