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“On se prépare à la jouissance du siècle, et, le moment venu, elle a un goût de Fernet Branca. Sur ce point comme sur quelques autres, Julia a raison : ne jamais investir dans la promesse du plaisir. Tout de suite ou pas du tout.”

Quote by Daniel Pennac

Book:Au bonheur des ogres

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Au bonheur des ogres

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Daniel Pennac, born on December 1, 1944, is a renowned French writer known for his humorous, satirical, and insightful works. His writing has won him numerous literary awards in France and has been translated into multiple languages, gaining international acclaim. more

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