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"Man is a rational animal who always loses his temper when he is called upon to act in accordance with the dictates of reason."

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About Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde was an Irish playwright, poet, and essayist associated with late Victorian aestheticism. He is known for The Importance of Being Earnest and The Picture of Dorian Gray. His wit and social satire made him one of the most quoted writers in English.

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