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Quote by Ivo Andric

“What can and doesn't have to be always, at the end, surrenders to something that has to be.”

Quote by Ivo Andric

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Ivo Andric
Ivo Andric

Ivo Andric, born on October 9, 1892, and died on March 13, 1975, was a Serbian novelist. His works are renowned for their portrayal of the history and culture of the Balkans, particularly his skill in depicting the conflicts and integration among different ethnic groups. more

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