“Time, that most abstract of humanity's homes.”
Quote by W. G. Sebald
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W. G. Sebald
W. G. Sebald (May 18, 1944 – December 14, 2001) was a German writer whose distinctive style combined elements of fiction, memoir, and travel writing. His works frequently explore themes of history, memory, and the impact of the past on the present. Sebald's writing is characterized by its introspective tone, richly detailed descriptions, and a sense of melancholy. more
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