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“Man talks about everything, and he talks about everything as though the understanding of everything were all inside him.”

Quote by Antonio Porchia

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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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