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Quote by Eugene Ionesco

“People who don't read are brutes. It is better to write than to make war, isn't it?”

Quote by Eugene Ionesco

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Eugene Ionesco was a renowned French playwright known for his absurdist plays. His works often explore the absurdity and meaninglessness of human existence, as well as the alienation of society and culture. Ionesco's dramatic style is unique, with concise and poetic language, which has had a profound impact on modern drama. more

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