“The things we know best are the things we haven't been taught.”
Quote by Luc de Clapiers
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Luc de Clapiers
Luc de Clapiers, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prominent French writer, philosopher, historian, and an influential figure of the Enlightenment, born on August 6, 1715, and died on May 28, 1747. His works, characterized by satire and humor, have had a profound impact on literature and thought. more
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