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Jose Saramago
Jose Saramago

Portuguese writer known for his unique narrative style and profound philosophical reflections. His notable works include 'The Year of the Death of Ricardo Reis' and 'Blindness'. more

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“...we rarely confide in those who are better than we. Rather, we are more inclined to flee their society. Most often, on the other hand, we confess to those who are like us and who share our weaknesses. Hence we don't want to improve ourselves and be bettered, for we should first have to be judged in default. We merely wish to be pitied and encouraged in the course we have chosen. In short, we should like, at the same time, to cease being guilty and yet not to make the effort of cleansing ourselves.”

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