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François Mauriac - Most men resemble great deserted...
Most men resemble great deserted palaces: the owner occupies only a few rooms and has closed off wings where he never ventures. (François Mauriac)

Most men resemble great deserted palaces: the owner occupies only a few rooms and has closed off wings where he never ventures.

François Mauriac

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