Lift thyself up, look. around, and see something higher and brighter than earth, earthworms, and earthly darkness. - Jean Paul

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Lift thyself up, look. around, and see something higher and brighter than earth, earthworms, and earthly darkness.

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About Jean Paul

Johann Paul Friedrich Richter (21 March 1763 – 14 November 1825) was a German novelist and short-story writer. He is usually referred to by his pen-name, Jean Paul, but sometimes simply as Richter.

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Alternative Names: Johann Paul Friedrich Richter • Jean Paul Richter • Zhen Polʹ Friderik Rikhter • Johann Paul Richter • J. P. F. Richter • Jean Paul Ritcher • Jean Paul Friedrich Richter • J. P. F. Hasus
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