For to dream and then to return to reality only means that … - Colette

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For to dream and then to return to reality only means that our qualms suffer a change of place and significance.

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Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette (28 January 1873 – 3 August 1954) was a French writer, usually known simply by her pen-name "Colette."

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Native Name: Sidonie-Gabrielle-Claudine Colette • Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette

Alternative Names: Sidonie Gabrielle Colette

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The world of the emotions that we so lightly call physical.

You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm.

On this narrow planet, we have only the choice between two unknown worlds. One of them tempts us — ah! what a dream, to live in that! — the other stifles us at the first breath.

For to dream and then to return to reality only means that our qualms suffer a change of place and significance. - Colette

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