We have come from all the countries of the world and are going to Saintes-Maries de la Mer. Nomads of the enigma, we gather there each year after having carried our mystery through ordinary countryside and fluid towns. Since we become transformed by our wanderings we are despised by those who stand still and retain a memory of giant serpents and metallic green. Raymond Queneau
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  1. He sought an adventure but didn't find one. He was inexperienced and besides he didn't have too much imagination.
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  5. Man's usual routine is to work and to dream and work and dream.
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