“Because he had nothing to hide, he did perhaps appear to have forfeited a little of his strength. But that is the irony of honesty.”
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Patrick White
Patrick White was an Australian writer renowned for his unique literary style and profound social insight. His works often explore the relationship between individuals and society, as well as the respect for Indigenous Australian culture. White's writing has received international recognition, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1973. more
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