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The straight line, a respectable optical illusion which ruins many a man.
Victor Hugo
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Victor Hugo
Age: 83 †
Born: 1802
Born: February 26
Died: 1885
Died: May 22
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The soul does not give itself up to despair until it has exhausted all illusions.
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Profound hearts, wise minds, take life as God makes it it is a long trial, and unintelligible preparation for the unknown destiny.
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Press on! A better fate awaits thee.
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