“Critical lice are like body lice, which desert corpses to seek the living.”
Quote by Theophile Gautier
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Theophile Gautier
Theophile Gautier was a French poet and critic, recognized for his romantic and exotic style. He was a leading figure in the Parnassian school of poetry, emphasizing the importance of form and clarity. His works frequently depicted the allure of the exotic and the fantastical. more
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