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“There are souls which fall from heaven like flowers, but ere they bloom are crushed under the foul tread of some brutal hoof.”

Quote by Jean Paul

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Jean Paul, born Johann Paul Friedrich Richter, was a prominent German writer of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Known for his unique style and profound philosophical insights, his works have had a significant impact on literature. more

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