Don't part with your illusions.
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Don't part with your illusions.
When they are gone,
you may still exist,
but you have ceased to live.
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Meaning
This quote means illusions and dreams are part of what makes life worth living. Mere existence without them feels empty.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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