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The study of maps and the perusal of travel books aroused in me a secret fascination that was at times almost irresistible.

Alain de Botton

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Alain de Botton
Age: 54
Born: 1969
Born: December 20
Journalist
Philosopher
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City of Zurich
Alain De Botton
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Maps
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