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“life is a deep sleep of which love is the dream”

Quote by Alfred de Musset

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Alfred de Musset

Alfred de Musset was a French dramatist and poet, born on December 11, 1810, in Paris, and died on May 2, 1857. Known for his romantic style, his works often depicted the contradictions of love and life, with notable plays including 'Thérèse' and 'La Muette de Portici'. more

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