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“I don't believe that there are dangerous writers: the danger of certain books is not in the books themselves but in the passions of their readers.”

Quote by Octavio Paz

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Octavio Paz (March 31, 1914 - April 19, 1998) was a renowned Mexican poet, essayist, and diplomat. He is considered one of the greatest Spanish-language poets of the 20th century, known for his unique poetic style and profound intellectual depth. more

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