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Quote by Gabriele d'Annunzio

“Full with frets I die, but not slain by you. My chest drains itself, painlessly. Is all this not blood? Oh, Lord—it's dew! The dawn, weeping, washes over me.”

Quote by Gabriele d'Annunzio

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Gabriele d'Annunzio
Gabriele d'Annunzio

Italian poet, playwright, novelist, and journalist, known for his passionate style and rebellious spirit. His works covered a wide range of themes, including love, war, nature, and religion. more

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