When superstition is allowed to perform the task of old

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When superstition is allowed to perform the task of old age in dulling the human temperament, we can say goodbye to all excellence in poetry, in painting, and in music. - Denis Diderot

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French philosopher 1713-84

Born:5th October, 1713
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Starsign: Libra

Author Keywords: Philosopher, French

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