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“Love, a pleasant folly; ambition, a serious stupidity.”

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Nicolas Chamfort

Nicolas Chamfort, born on April 6, 1741, and died on April 13, 1794, was a prominent French writer and poet of the 18th century, known for his unique literary style and profound thoughts. more

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