Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal. Drugs, alcohol, or lies. Unable to withdraw into himself, he disguises himself. Lies and inaccuracy give him a few moments of comfort.
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"Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal. Drugs, alcohol, or lies. Unable to withdraw into himself, he disguises himself. Lies and inaccuracy give him a few moments of comfort." — Jean Cocteau
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Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal. Drugs, alcohol, or lies. Unable to withdraw into himself, he disguises himself. Lies and inaccuracy give him a few moments of comfort. — Jean Cocteau
About Jean Cocteau
Jean Cocteau was a Director from France (1889–1963).
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Who said "Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal.…"?
This quote is attributed to Jean Cocteau, a Director from France.
When did Jean Cocteau live?
Jean Cocteau lived from 1889 – 1963.