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“"But has anything happened to you? Your face is so strangely distorted." "No, I'm smiling," he said. "This is going to be my way of smiling. I want this grimace to be my hallmark.”

Quote by Knut Hamsun

Book:Victoria
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Victoria

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Knut Hamsun
Knut Hamsun

Norwegian author known for his unique literary style and profound psychological descriptions. Hamsun's works often explore themes of loneliness, despair, and the meaning of human existence. His most famous works include 'Hunger' and 'Growth of the Soil'. more

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