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Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky

“There are chance meetings with strangers that interest us from the first moment, before a word is spoken.”

Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Book:The 10 Greatest Books of All Time

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The 10 Greatest Books of All Time

This book is a curated selection of the ten most notable works in the literary world, spanning various genres and time periods. It explores the reasons behind their enduring popularity and their contributions to the development of literature. more

Author

Fyodor Dostoevsky

A renowned Russian novelist and a pioneer of psychological novels. His works deeply reveal the complexity of human nature and the injustice of society, having a profound impact on literature worldwide. more

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