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“In old age we are like a batch of letters that someone has sent. We are no longer in the past, we have arrived.”

Quote by Knut Hamsun

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Norwegian author known for his unique literary style and profound psychological descriptions. Hamsun's works often explore themes of loneliness, despair, and the meaning of human existence. His most famous works include 'Hunger' and 'Growth of the Soil'. more

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