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“Women age early, and their mistake is not knowing where to hide all the time that lies behind them so that no one sees it. What are they to do, devour it like the umbilical cords of their children? Hell and damnation!”

Quote by Elfriede Jelinek

Book:Lust

Work

This book delves into the complexities of human desire, examining its impact on individuals and relationships. more

Author

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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