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“Brazil is bigger than Europe, wilder than Africa, and weirder than Baffin Land.”

Quote by Lawrence Durrell

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Lawrence Durrell

Lawrence Durrell was an English novelist known for his complex narrative structures and rich cultural background. His works often explore human emotions, religious beliefs, and philosophical thoughts, with his most famous work being the 'Alexandria Quartet'. more

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