“Curiosity is gluttony. To see is to devour.”

—  Victor Hugo , book Les Misérables

The quote "Curiosity is gluttony. To see is to devour." is famous quote by Victor Hugo (1802–1885), French poet, novelist, and dramatist.

Source: Les Misérables

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French poet, novelist, and dramatist 1802–1885

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