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“For 'tis impossible Hate to return with love.”

Quote by Vittorio Alfieri

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A compilation of dramatic works that delve into the depths of human emotion, examining themes such as despair, moral decay, and the inevitability of fate. more

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Vittorio Alfieri

Vittorio Alfieri was an Italian dramatist born on January 16, 1749, and died on October 8, 1803. His works had a profound impact on 19th-century drama. more

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