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“It is sad to be an exception. But not to be one is even sadder.”

Quote by Peter Altenberg

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Peter Altenberg

Peter Altenberg, born on March 9, 1859, was a renowned Austrian writer. His works are known for their humor, satire, and profound social insight, making him one of the representatives of Viennese modernist literature. more

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