Quote by: Joris-Karl Huysmans

Every one has a sum of physical and moral suffering to pay, and whoever does not settle it here below, defrays it after death; happiness is only lent, and must be repaid; its very phantoms are like duties paid in advance on a future succession of sorrows.


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Author Bio


  • NameJoris-Karl Huysmans
  • DescriptionFrench novelist and art critic
  • BornFebruary 5, 1848
  • DiedMay 12, 1907
  • CountryFrance
  • ProfessionWriter; Art Critic; Novelist
  • AwardsOfficer Of The Legion Of Honour; Knight Of The Legion Of Honour