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“It is not wise to be wiser than is necessary. [Fr., Ce n'est pas etre sage D'etre plus sage qu'il ne le faut.]”

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Philippe Quinault
Philippe Quinault

Philippe Quinault, a French playwright and poet, was born on June 3, 1635, and died on November 26, 1688. His works had a profound impact on French theater. more

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