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“The idea of enemies is awful it makes one stop remembering eternity and the fear of death. That is what enemies are. Possessions are the same as enemies only less so, they too make one forget eternity and the fear of death.”

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Book:Wars I have seen
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Wars I have seen

This book delves into the personal accounts and reflections of the author, providing a unique perspective on the complexities and human impact of war. more

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Gertrude Stein
Gertrude Stein

Gertrude Stein, an American writer born on February 3, 1874, and died on July 27, 1946. She is renowned for her unique writing style and her influence on modernist literature. more

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