"There is neither happiness nor misery in the world; there is only the comparison of one state with another, nothing more. He who has felt the deepest grief is best able to experience supreme happiness."

Alexandre Dumas (1802 - 1870)
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About Alexandre Dumas

Alexandre Dumas, born in 1802 in France, was a prolific writer known for his adventure novels, including 'The Count of Monte Cristo' and 'The Three Musketeers.' He was the son of General Thomas-Alexandre Dumas, a former slave who became a general in the French Revolutionary Army. Alexandre Dumas' works are celebrated for their vivid characters, intricate plots, and themes of justice and vengeance. He remains one of the most widely read authors in the world.

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