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“There are two men in me--one lives in the full sense of the word, the other reasons and passes judgment on the first. The first will perhaps take leave of you and the world forever in an hour now; and the second . . . the second?”

Quote by Mikhail Lermontov

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Mikhail Lermontov

A renowned Russian writer, poet, and literary critic. His works are characterized by their profound thoughtfulness and artistic value, and have had a profound impact on Russian literature. more

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