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“The People adore authority.”

Quote by Charles Baudelaire

Book:Intimate Journals

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Intimate Journals

Intimate Journals is a compilation of deeply personal entries, providing readers with an unfiltered view of the author's innermost feelings and reflections. more

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Charles Baudelaire

Charles Baudelaire, a renowned French poet and literary critic, was born on April 9, 1821, and died on August 31, 1867. His poetry is known for its unique symbolism and has had a profound impact on modern literature. more

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