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“Perfection does not exist; to understand it is the triumph of human intelligence; to expect to possess it is the most dangerous kind of madness.”

Quote by Alfred de Musset

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Alfred de Musset

Alfred de Musset was a French dramatist and poet, born on December 11, 1810, in Paris, and died on May 2, 1857. Known for his romantic style, his works often depicted the contradictions of love and life, with notable plays including 'Thérèse' and 'La Muette de Portici'. more

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