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The Virgin (and I'm not speaking here of a sexual virgin) is the one whose search springs from her complete independence, and everything she learns is the fruit of her ability to face challenges alone.

Paulo Coelho

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Paulo Coelho
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: August 24
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