“Sometimes he will sit on the carpet in front of you, looking at you with eyes so melting, so caressing and so human, that they almost frighten you, for it is impossible to believe that a soul is not there.”
Quote by Theophile Gautier
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Theophile Gautier
Theophile Gautier was a French poet and critic, recognized for his romantic and exotic style. He was a leading figure in the Parnassian school of poetry, emphasizing the importance of form and clarity. His works frequently depicted the allure of the exotic and the fantastical. more
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