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“Knowledge and belief are two seperate tracks that run parallel to each other and never meet, except in the child.”

Quote by Godfried Bomans

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Godfried Bomans

Godfried Bomans was a Dutch author renowned for his fairy tales and children's literature. His works are characterized by their profound meanings and rich imagination, making them popular among readers. more

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