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Art is something that is so perfectly clear that no one comprehends it.

Karl Kraus

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Karl Kraus
Age: 62 †
Born: 1874
Born: March 28
Died: 1936
Died: June 12
Essayist
Journalist
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Jicin
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The blind won't admit that I have eyes in my head, and the deaf say that I'm dumb.
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Penalties serve to deter those who are not inclined to commit any crimes.
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