André Gide
1869 - 1951
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Biography
André Gide was a French writer and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1947. He is known for his novels, essays, and plays that explore themes of individual freedom, morality, and the search for authenticity. Gide's works often challenged societal norms and conventions, making him a controversial figure in his time. His most famous works include 'The Immoralist' and 'The Counterfeiters.' Gide's literary contributions continue to be studied and appreciated for their psychological depth and intellectual rigor.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Believe those who are seeking the truth. Doubt those who find it.
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It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not.
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Art is a collaboration between God and the artist, and the less the artist does the better.
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Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.
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The most beautiful things are those that madness prompts and reason writes.