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“Look at Goethe, at Lamartine and at many others! To depict feelings on this high plane, you must give up the process of minute and insignificant observation which is the bane of the artists of to-day.”

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Paul Bourget
Paul Bourget

Paul Bourget was a French novelist known for his profound insights into the social and moral issues of the late 19th century. His works often explore the conflicts between individuals and society, as well as complex discussions on love, desire, and morality. more

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