“Absolute virtue is as sure to kill a man as absolute vice is, let alone the dullness of it and the pomposities of it.”
Quote by Samuel Beckett
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Samuel Beckett
Samuel Beckett was an Irish novelist, playwright, and poet, widely regarded as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. His works are characterized by their minimalist style, existential themes, and use of language. His most famous works include 'Waiting for Godot' and 'Molloy'. Beckett was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1969. more
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