“To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love for the sake of loving is angelic.”
Quote by Alphonse de Lamartine
Work
Graziella: a story of Italian love. Translated ... by James B. Runnion. Sixteen thousand
This novel, translated by James B. Runnion, delves into the complexities of love and relationships, drawing upon the cultural backdrop of Italy. more
Author
Alphonse de Lamartine
Alphonse de Lamartine was a French Romantic poet, novelist, and politician. He is known for his lyrical poetry and novels, which have had a profound influence on literature. more
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