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“Only your hearts be frolic, for the time Craves that we taste of naught but jouissance.”

Quote by Robert Greene

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Robert Greene is an American author known for his works on power, strategy, and human behavior. His books delve into the principles of power operation and how individuals can achieve success in complex social environments. more

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