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Desiderius Erasmus Quotes

A good portion of speaking will consist in knowing how to lie.
Desiderius Erasmus

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Date of Birth:
October 26, 1466
Date of Death:
July 12, 1536
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Women, can't live with them, can't...
Your library is your paradise.

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