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“I have the feeling of this completely alternative person I should have become. There was another life that I might have had, but I’m having this one.”

Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro

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Kazuo Ishiguro is a Japanese-born British novelist known for his unique literary style and profound insights into human nature. His works often explore themes of memory, identity, and common human emotions. Born on November 8, 1954, Ishiguro's career began with the publication of his first novel 'When Breath Becomes Air' in 1982, which received widespread acclaim. more

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