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“What words say does not last. The words last. Because words are always the same, and what they say is never the same.”

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Antonio Porchia
Antonio Porchia

Antonio Porchia, born on November 13, 1885, was an Argentine poet whose work is renowned for its unique style and profound philosophy. He had a significant impact on Latin American literature. more

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