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“In saying no to progress, it is not the future which they condemn, but themselves. They give themselves a melancholy disease; they inoculate themselves with the past. There is but one way of refusing tomorrow, that is to die.”

Quote by Victor Hugo

Book:Saint Denis

Work

This book explores the historical and cultural context of 19th-century France, delving into the life of Saint Denis and his impact on the city of Paris. The narrative is likely to encompass themes of religious devotion, political intrigue, and the social fabric of the period. more

Author

Victor Hugo, a French romantic poet, novelist, and playwright, was born on February 26, 1802, and died on May 22, 1885. He is considered one of the greatest writers in French literary history, known for his profound humanistic concerns and rich imagination. more

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