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Necessary, forever necessary, to burn out false shames and smelt the heaviest ore of the body into purity.

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Quote Author: Sidney Joseph Perelman

Sidney Joseph Perelman

Sidney Joseph Perelman

Sidney Joseph Perelman, almost always known as S. J. Perelman (February 1, 1904 - October 17, 1979), was an American humorist, author, and screenwriter. He is best known for his humorous short pieces written over many years for The New Yorker ; he also wrote for several other magazines, as well as books, scripts, and screenplays.

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