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“Świat ośmiesza namiętności, które są mu mało znane. Jego obrazy i zainteresowania rozpraszają uwagę, psują smak i serce, a miłość nie może istnieć w sercu, które zatraciło godność niewinności. Cnota i smak są prawie tym samym, bo cnota to niewiele więcej niż aktywny smak, i na prawdziwą miłość składają się najdelikatniejsze afekty jednego i drugiego. Jakże więc mamy szukać miłości w wielkich miastach, gdzie miejsce czułości, prostoty i prawdy zajmują samolubstwo, rozpusta i nieszczerość?”

Quote by Ann Radcliffe

Book:The Mysteries of Udolpho
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The Mysteries of Udolpho

Written by Ann Radcliffe, this classic novel explores themes of fear, obsession, and the supernatural in a secluded Italian castle. more

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Ann Radcliffe
Ann Radcliffe

Ann Radcliffe, a renowned British author of the 18th century, is hailed as the pioneer of the Gothic novel. Her works, characterized by mystery, terror, and romance, have had a profound impact on literature. more

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