“As for me, Poetry takes the place of love, because it is enamored of itself, and because this self-lust has a delightful dying fall in my soul.”
Quote by Stephane Mallarme
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Stephane Mallarme
Stephane Mallarme was a French poet known for his symbolism and unique aesthetic approach. His works have had a profound impact on 20th-century poetry. more
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