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“These are the advantages of travel, that one meets so many men whom one would otherwise never meet, and that one feeds as it were upon the complexity of mankind”

Quote by Hilaire Belloc

Book:Delphi Works of Hilaire Belloc (Illustrated)

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Delphi Works of Hilaire Belloc (Illustrated)

This illustrated volume includes a selection of Hilaire Belloc's poetry, prose, and essays, showcasing his wit and social commentary. The collection is designed to provide readers with a comprehensive view of Belloc's literary contributions. more

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Hilaire Belloc was an English writer, poet, and historian, born on July 27, 1870, and died on July 16, 1953. He is recognized for his contributions to poetry, fiction, and political commentary. more

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