“I have always thought that if we began for one moment to say what we thought, society would collapse.”
Quote by Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve
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Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve
Charles Augustin Sainte-Beuve was a French literary critic and writer whose works had a profound impact on 19th-century French literature. He is known for his in-depth analysis of literary works and his unique insights into the personalities of authors. more
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