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“you have often seen in the cinema, erich, haven't you, that between extraordinary people extraordinary things like for example extraordinary love can arise. so we only have to be extraordinary and see what happens.”

Quote by Elfriede Jelinek

Work

Women as Lovers

This book delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of women's romantic experiences, offering insights into the multifaceted nature of female love and desire. more

Author

Elfriede Jelinek
Elfriede Jelinek

Elfriede Jelinek is a renowned playwright, born on October 20, 1946. Her works are known for their profound social criticism and exploration of female experiences. Jelinek has received international recognition for her work, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016. more

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