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“There are things that have to be forgotten if you want to go on living.”

Book:Crime novels: American noir of the 1950s

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Crime novels: American noir of the 1950s

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Jim Thompson

Jim Thompson, born on September 27, 1906, was an esteemed author known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. His works, which span various literary genres, have left a lasting impact on readers worldwide. more

“We are beckoned to see the world through a one-way mirror, as if we are threatened and innocent and the rest of humanity is threatening, or wretched, or expendable. Our memory is struggling to rescue the truth that human rights were not handed down as privileges from a parliament, or a boardroom, or an institution, but that peace is only possible with justice and with information that gives us the power to act justly.”

“It is a better world. A place where we ate responsible for our actions, where we can be kind to one another because we want to and becauseit is the right thing to do instead of being frightened into behaving by the threat of divine punishment.”

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Author:Christopher Paolini

“Do not lose hope — what you seek will be found. Trust ghosts. Trust those that you have helped to help you in their turn. Trust dreams. Trust your heart, and trust your story. (from 'Instructions')”

Heart Helping Stories Dream Turns Hope Found Loses Ghost Instruction Trust Your Heart

Author:Neil Gaiman

“Anyone can live contentedly in circumstances of ease and comfort, health and well-being gratification and felicity; but to remain happy and contented in the face of difficulty, hardship and the onslaught of disease and sickness-this is an indication of nobility.”

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Author:Abdu'l-Bahá

“I'm so not interesting in having to try and make something out of foil." What, you didn't like the poncho with wraparound leggings?" It was beyond hideou- wait a minute. You watch that show?" My mom loves it." But your suppose to be sulking in the basement getting ready to light fires." What can I say? I'm a failure as a teenager. I watch TV with my mom.”

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Author:Elizabeth Scott

“Children are knives, my mother once said. They don’t mean to, but they cut. And yet we cling to them, don’t we, we clasp them until the blood flows.”

Mean Children Said Mother Cutting Blood Flow Knives Blood Flow

Book:The lollipop shoes

Source: The lollipop shoes

“I learned a long time ago with you that folks who were trying to be kind would rather do it with a macaroni-and-cheese bake than any personal involvement. You hand off a serving dish and you've done your job - no need to get personally involved, and your conscience is clean. Food is the currency of aid.”

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Book:Handle with Care: A Novel

Source: Handle with Care: A Novel

“You do things when the opportunities come along. I've had periods in my life when I've had a bundle of ideas come along, and I've had long dry spells. If I get an idea next week, I'll do something. If not, I won't do a damn thing.”

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Author:Warren Buffett

“People ask all the time how I'm doing, but the truth is, they don't really want to know.”

People Knows Want Asks Truth Is Handle With Care

Book:Handle with Care: A Novel

Source: Handle with Care: A Novel

“Most people who offer their help do it to make themselves feel better, not us. To be honest, I don't blame them. It's superstition: If you give assistance to the family in need... if you throw salt over your shoulder... if you don't step on the cracks, then maybe you'll be immune. Maybe you'll be able to convince yourself that this could never happen to you.”

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Book:Handle with Care: A Novel

Source: Handle with Care: A Novel

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