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“Slowly I learnt the ways of humans: how to ruin, how to hate, how to debase, how to humiliate. And at the feet of my Master I learnt the highest of human skills, the skill no other creature owns: I finally learnt how to lie.”

Quote by Nick Dear

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Nick Dear is a British playwright, born on June 11, 1955. His works are known for their profound social insight and unique narrative style. He has received numerous theater awards for his contributions to the field. more

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