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Shusha Guppy

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Shusha Guppy was a distinguished writer known for her significant contributions to literature. Born on December 24, 1935, and passing away on March 21, 2008, Guppy's writing often delved into themes of identity and social issues, solidifying her status as an important figure in the literary world.

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“in the traditional family structure of Persia ... one simply cannot discard close relatives just because one does not like them; rather one has to accommodate them, make allowances and accept them, like misfortune.”

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Book:Blindfold Horse: Memories of a Persian Childhood

Source: Blindfold Horse: Memories of a Persian Childhood

“Of all musical instruments the human voice is the most beautiful, for it is made by God.”

Humans Made Beautiful Voice Instruments Musical Musical Instruments Human Voice

Book:The Blindfold Horse: Memories of a Persian Childhood

Source: The Blindfold Horse: Memories of a Persian Childhood

“It is very important not to become hard. The artist must always have one skin too few in comparison to other people, so you feel the slightest wind.”

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Author:Shusha Guppy

“The verb 'to love' in Persian is 'to have a friend.' 'I love you' translated literally is 'I have you as a friend,' and 'I don't like you' simply means 'I don't have you as a friend.”

Love Mean Love You Like You Verbs Persian I Don't Like You

Book:The Blindfold Horse: Memories of a Persian Childhood

Source: The Blindfold Horse: Memories of a Persian Childhood

About the Author

Born: December 24, 1935
Died: March 21, 2008
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 4

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