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Quote by Paul Celan

“Only truthful hands write true poems. I cannot see any basic difference between a handshake and a poem.”

Quote by Paul Celan

Book:Collected Prose

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Collected Prose

This collection brings together a range of prose pieces, including short stories, essays, and other narrative forms, offering readers a diverse and comprehensive view of the author's or authors' writing abilities and thematic interests. more

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Paul Celan, born on November 23, 1920, and died on April 20, 1970, was one of the greatest German poets of the 20th century. He is known for his profound poetry and unique linguistic style. more

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