Who said "Literature is the mirror of the soul."?

This quote is attributed to Thales of Miletus.

Literature is the mirror of the soul. - Thales of Miletus

"Literature is the mirror of the soul."

Thales of Miletus Literature

Philosopher Ancient Greek 624–546

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