“The great mystery is not that we should have been thrown down here at random between the profusion of matter and that of the stars; it is that from our very prison we should draw, from our own selves, images powerful enough to deny our own nothingness.”
Quote by Andre Malraux
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Andre Malraux
Andre Malraux was a French novelist, historian, and philosopher. Known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into history, his works have won widespread acclaim. Born on November 3, 1901, he passed away on November 23, 1976. more
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