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Quote by Robert Musil

“Anyone who still wants to experience fairytales these days can’t afford to dither when it comes to using their brains.”

Quote by Robert Musil

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Robert Musil, born on November 6, 1880, and died on April 15, 1942, was one of the greatest German novelists of the 20th century. He is renowned for his profound psychological portrayals and philosophical reflections in his works. more

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