Anguish Quote by Albert Camus

“But deep in my heart I know that the most wretched among you have seen a divine face emerge from their darkness.”

— Albert Camus

Come in, my dearFrom that harsh worldThat has rained elements of stoneUpon your tender face.Every soulShould receive a toast from usFor bravery!

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Only bad people live to see their likeness in stone. What does that make me?

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