“History knows no scruples and no hesitation. Inert and unerring, she flows towards her goal. At every bend in her course she leaves the mud which she carries and the corpses of the drowned.”
Book:Darkness at noon
Quote by Arthur Koestler
Work
Darkness at noon
Darkness at Noon is a gripping narrative set in a totalitarian state, delving into the lives of political prisoners and the oppressive regime that controls them. The story unfolds through the interrogation of a suspected traitor, offering a chilling portrayal of power and corruption. more
Author
Arthur Koestler
Arthur Koestler was a Hungarian-British author, journalist, and political activist. He is renowned for his novel 'Darkness at Noon' and his involvement in the Spanish Civil War. Koestler's writings frequently delved into the themes of totalitarianism and the individual's resistance to oppression. more
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