“Men fear silence as they fear solitude, because both give them a glimpse of the terror of life's nothingness.”
Quote by Andre Maurois
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Andre Maurois
Andre Maurois was a prominent French author born on July 26, 1885, and passed away on October 9, 1967. He is known for his extensive literary works and contributions to the French literary world. more
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