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“Imagination needs food like every dog and every cat and every bird and every fish.”

Quote by Amos Oz

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Amos Oz, born on May 4, 1939, is a renowned Israeli writer. His works are known for their profound insights into human nature and unique narrative style. He has won numerous literary awards, including the Israel Prize and the Nobel Prize in Literature. more

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