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"The Secret History" is a captivating exploration of the hidden narratives and untold stories that shape our understanding of the world. This topic delves into the mysteries and clandestine events that often lie beneath the surface of well-known historical accounts. It represents the allure of the unknown and the human desire to uncover truths that have been obscured by time or intention. People are drawn to quotes about "The Secret History" because they evoke a sense of intrigue and curiosity, inviting us to question the official narratives and consider the complexities of human nature and society. These quotes often resonate with those who appreciate the depth and nuance of history, as they offer glimpses into the motivations, secrets, and decisions that have influenced pivotal moments in time. By engaging with these insights, readers can gain a richer, more nuanced perspective on the past, encouraging them to think critically about the stories that have been passed down through generations. Whether it's the allure of a hidden truth or the thrill of a long-buried secret, "The Secret History" captivates the imagination and invites us to explore the shadows of history with an open mind.

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You must be Theodora. You're a brave woman to take on all the family at once.''Morituri te salutant,' I said. We who are about to die salute you.
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.... в гръцката граматика - едно от първите неща, които научих - мъжете имат приятели, жените - роднини, а животните - себеподобни.
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Ще ни се да мислим, че в старата и изтъркана фраза amor vincit omnia има нещо вярно. Уви, ако съм научил нещо през краткия си живот, то е, че точно тази банална реплика е лъжа. Любовта не побеждава всичко.
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It was if the charming theatrical curtain had dropped away and I saw him for the first time as he really was: not the benign old sage, the indulgent and protective good-parent of my dreams, but ambiguous, a moral neutral, whose beguiling trappings concealed a being watchful, capricious, and heartless.
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Forgive me, for all the things I did but mostly for the ones I did not.
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I believehaving a great diversity of teachers is harmful and confusing for a young mind, in the same way I believe that it is better to know one book intimately than a hundred superficially
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Upon meeting Julian Morrow, one has the impression that he is a man of extraordinary sympathy and warmth. But what you call his 'Asiatic serenity' is, I think, a mask for great coldness. The face one shows him he invariably reflects back at one, creating the illusion of warmth and depth when in fact he is brittle and shallow as a mirror.
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Forgive me, for all the things I did but mostly for the ones that I did not.
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We had not spoken about the incident in my room several nights before and, in the drowsy silence of the car, I felt the need to make things plain.“You know, Francis,” I said.“What?”It seemed the best thing was just to come right out and say it. “You know,” I said, “I’m really not attracted to you. I mean, not that—”“Isn’t that interesting,” he said coolly. “I’m really not attracted to you, either.”“But—”“You were there.”We drove the rest of the way to school in a not very comfortable silence.
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I believe having a great diversity of teachers is harmful and confusing for a young mind, in the same way I believe that it is better to know one book intimately than a hundred superficially
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