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Quote by Aleksandar Hemon

“Belief and delusion are incestuous siblings.”

Quote by Aleksandar Hemon

Book:The Lazarus Project

Work

The Lazarus Project

This thought-provoking book explores the concept of resurrection and its implications on human existence, weaving a complex narrative that challenges readers' perceptions of life and the afterlife. more

Author

Aleksandar Hemon

Aleksandar Hemon is a Serbian-American writer known for his unique literary style and profound humanistic concerns. His works focus on themes of immigration, identity, and individual experience, and have won him a wide readership. more

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