“To seek out in a world full of joy the one thing that is certain to give you pain, and hug it to your bosom with all your strength; that's the greatest human happiness.”
Quote by Jean Giraudoux
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Jean Giraudoux: FOUR PLAYS, ADAPTED, AND WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY MAURICE VALENCY
Jean Giraudoux: FOUR PLAYS, ADAPTED, AND WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY MAURICE VALENCY is a compilation of four plays by the French playwright Jean Giraudoux. These plays have been adapted for the stage and are presented in this volume, which also includes an introductory essay by Maurice Valency discussing the playwright's work and the adaptation process. more
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Jean Giraudoux
Jean Giraudoux was a French novelist born on October 29, 1882, and died on January 31, 1944. His works are known for their unique humor and profound insight, and are considered classics of French literature. more
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