“We compromise ourselves the day we are born. If we are looking for the original sin, there it is- our incapacity to live honestly with ourselves because we are human, because we are shackled by custom, by obligations and we accept compromise only in the light of our conscience, answerable as we are only to ourselves.”
Quote by F. Sionil José
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F. Sionil José
F. Sionil José, born on December 3, 1924, is a renowned Filipino writer known for his profound social realism. His works delve into the social issues of the Philippines, particularly focusing on the lives of farmers and workers. His novels often carry a strong sense of realism, profoundly influencing Filipino literature. more
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