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There are certain persons for whom pure Truth is a poison
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"There are certain persons for whom pure Truth is a poison"

- Andre Maurois

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France Flag This quote is written / told by Andre Maurois between July 26, 1885 and October 9, 1967. He/she was a famous Writer from France. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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