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Strange to say, the luminous world is the invisible world; the luminous world is that which we do not see. Our eyes of flesh see only night.


Victor Hugo

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VICTOR HUGO To learn to read is to light a fire; every syllable that is spelled out is a spark.
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VICTOR HUGO The wicked envy and hate; it is their way of admiring.
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VICTOR HUGO Change your opinions, keep to your principles; change your leaves, keep intact your roots.
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