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Ben Okri is a British poet born on March 15, 1959. His poetry is deeply influenced by African culture and is known for its unique style and profound themes. Okri's works have received international recognition, including a nomination for the Nobel Prize in Literature.

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“Do you know what the luckiest thing is?’ ‘No.’ ‘It is to be at home everywhere.”

Life Home Travel Homesickness

Book:The Age of Magic

Source: The Age of Magic

“When we’ve been travelling around I’ve often thought: Oh, this would be a good place to be, and that would be an excellent place to live. And yet, after I’ve seen everything I’ve decided that home, wherever that may be, is the place for feelings of peace. And if I can be at peace with myself then that is the most important thing. I think travelling teaches one that.”

Life Home Travel

Book:The Age of Magic

Source: The Age of Magic

“I went to London because, for me, it was the home of literature. I went there because of Dickens and Shakespeare.”

Home Literature London Dickens

Author:Ben Okri

“To anyone who is homeless, I say, find a home.”

Author:Ben Okri

About the Author

Born: March 15, 1959
Known for: Poet
Quotes: 92

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