"If there is a God, atheism must seem to Him as less of an insult than religion."
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Quotes by Edmond de Goncourt
Edmond de Goncourt (1822-1896) was a pivotal figure in 19th-century French literature, celebrated for his innovative narrative style and exploration of social themes. Alongside his brother Jules, he co-founded the Goncourt Prize, which remains a prestigious accolade in the literary world today. Their collaborative works, such as "Germinie Lacerteux," delved into the depths of human experience, challenging societal norms and illuminating the intricacies of character. Goncourt's legacy endures, inspiring writers with his commitment to realism and the emotional authenticity of his prose.
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"Today I begin to understand what love must be, if it exists... When we are parted, we each feel the lack of the other half of ourselves. We are incomplete like a book in two volumes of which the first has been lost. That is what I imagine love to be: incompleteness in absence."
Edmond de Goncourt"The reason for the sadness of this modern age and the men who live in it is that it looks for the truth in everything and finds it."
Edmond de Goncourt