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Quote by Andre Maurois

“Information is not culture. In the mind of a truly educated person, facts are organized, and they make up a living world in the image of the world of reality.”

Quote by Andre Maurois

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Andre Maurois was a prominent French author born on July 26, 1885, and passed away on October 9, 1967. He is known for his extensive literary works and contributions to the French literary world. more

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