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“The orange sky is rolling across the sky like a severed head, gentle light glimmers in the ravines among the clouds, the banners of the sunset are fluttering above our heads. The stench of yesterday’s blood and slaughtered horses drips into the evening chill.”

Quote by Isaac Babel

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Isaac Babel, a renowned Russian journalist, was born on July 13, 1894, and died on January 27, 1940. He is best known for his short story collection 'Red Cavalry,' which is notable for its vivid narrative and unique literary style. more

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