Trevanian, whose real name was William Henry Hertling, was an American writer known for his intricate plots and complex characters. His works spanned across various genres, including historical, spy, and adventure novels, and he was highly regarded in the literary world. His most famous achievement is the 'Augustus Rex' series, which is praised for its complex plots and profound character development. His novels are beloved by readers not only in the United States but also globally.
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“« Chaque heure blesse, la dernière tue. » - (proverbe basque, mais aussi latin).”
“We all desire to be understood, but no one enjoys being obvious.”
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“Irony is Fate's most common figure of speech.”
Source: Shibumi: A Novel
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“Go is to Western chess what philosophy is to double-entry accounting.”
Source: Shibumi: A Novel
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“No one really likes Switzerland, except those who prefer cleanliness to life.”
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