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“People who commit monstrous crimes are not necessarily monsters. If they were, things would be easy. But they aren't and it is one of the experiences of life.”

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Bernhard Schlink
Bernhard Schlink

German writer known for his novel 'The Reader'. Born on July 6, 1944, Bernhard Schlink's works often explore themes of morality, history, and memory. more

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