Political liberty, the peace of a nation, and science itself are gifts for which Fate demands a heavy tax in blood! (Honoré de Balzac)

Political liberty, the peace of a nation, and science itself are gifts for which Fate demands a heavy tax in blood!

Honoré de Balzac

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