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“I began to see new buildings, too, which were connected by futuristic walkways lit from beneath. Long, cool perspectives of modern architecture, rising phosphorescent and eerie from the rubble.”

Quote by Donna Tartt

Book:The Secret History

Work

The Secret History

In this gripping narrative, a group of students at an exclusive college becomes entangled in a complex web of deceit and murder. The story is told from multiple perspectives, revealing the intricate relationships and hidden motives that drive the characters to their dark fate. more

Author

Donna Tartt is an American author known for her unique narrative style and profound psychological descriptions. Her works are characterized by complex characters and captivating plots. Her debut novel, 'The Goldfinch,' received widespread acclaim and won multiple literary awards. more

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Source: An EPZ Introduction to Philosophy

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Book:Approaches to God

Source: Approaches to God

“Death most resembles a prophet who is without honor in his own land or a poet who is a stranger among his people.”

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Source: Integral Humanism: Temporal and Spiritual Problems of a New Christendom