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“We make desire, not truth, the real clue to what’s valuable. If we desire something, then it has value; if not, we despise and reject.”

Quote by John Webster

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John Webster
John Webster

John Webster, born in 1580 in England, was a renowned dramatist of the 17th century. His works are characterized by their deep tragic tone and complex psychological portrayals, with notable plays such as 'The White Devil' and 'The Duchess of Malfi'. more

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