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Quote by Cyril Connolly
Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for

Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self. – Cyril Connolly

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There is no pain equal to that which two lovers can inflict on one another. This should be made clear to all who contemplate such a union. The avoidance of this pain is the beginning of wisdom, for it is strong enough to contaminate the rest of our lives. – Cyril Connolly

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