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“In reality, the true painter, as you know, possesses within himself—in his muscles, his sensibility, even in his thinking—the golden number or numbers and the laws of color; he possesses them, he has earned them, he makes them live through everything he experiences and sees, not just on the canvas: his work is therefore both useful and universal.”

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A Night of Serious Drinking

This book delves into the lives of individuals who engage in serious drinking, examining the emotional and social repercussions that follow. The narratives offer a glimpse into the complexities of human behavior and the often destructive path that alcoholism can take. more

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