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“Coffee, according to the women of Denmark, is to the body what the Word of the Lord is to the soul.”

Quote by Isak Dinesen

Book:Seven Gothic Tales

Work

Seven Gothic Tales

This volume compiles a series of tales that explore themes of fear, the supernatural, and the eerie in a variety of settings. more

Author

Isak Dinesen, known originally as Karen Blixen, was a Danish author renowned for her distinctive literary style and profound insights into human nature. Her works, which blend elements of realism and surrealism, are characterized by their brevity and depth. Born on April 17, 1885, and passing away on September 7, 1962, Dinesen spent her childhood and youth in Africa, an experience that profoundly influenced her writing. more

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