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“It feels like I’ve got all the flames in hell burning in my head.”

Quote by Maurice Maeterlinck

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Maurice Maeterlinck

Maurice Maeterlinck, born on August 29, 1862, and died on May 6, 1949, was a renowned Belgian playwright, poet, and essayist. He is best known for his symbolism and symbolic drama, which deeply explored themes such as life, death, religion, and the universe. Maeterlinck's works have had a profound impact on 20th-century literature. more

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