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“[...] marriage is one thing, and love is another...You need to have a solid canvas; nobody stops you to weave the arabesques.”

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Andre Maurois
Andre Maurois

Andre Maurois was a prominent French author born on July 26, 1885, and passed away on October 9, 1967. He is known for his extensive literary works and contributions to the French literary world. more

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