“Only in the most unusual cases is it useful to determine whether a book is good or bad; for it is just as rare for it to be one or the other. It is usually both.”
Quote by Robert Musil
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Precision and Soul: Essays and Addresses
This book is a compilation of thoughtful essays and speeches that delve into the nuanced relationship between the meticulous and the emotional aspects of human experience. more
Author
Robert Musil
Robert Musil, born on November 6, 1880, and died on April 15, 1942, was one of the greatest German novelists of the 20th century. He is renowned for his profound psychological portrayals and philosophical reflections in his works. more
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