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Lucretius Quotes

Lucretius quote: "From the heart of the fountain of delight rises a jet of..."

From the heart of the fountain of delight rises a jet of bitterness that tortures us among the very flowers.

Lucretius

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  • Author's profession: Poet
  • Nationality: roman

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