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“The place was very like the world: overcrowded with lust and crime and unhappy love, it stank to heaven; but he realized that after all it was possible to find peace there, when you knew for certain that the time was short.”

Quote by Graham Greene

Book:The Power and the Glory
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The Power and the Glory

In this thought-provoking novel, the author explores themes of faith, morality, and the human spirit through the eyes of a lone priest in a country under the rule of an oppressive regime. The narrative delves into the complexities of religious belief and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. more

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Graham Greene
Graham Greene

Graham Greene was a renowned British writer born on October 2, 1904. His works are characterized by deep insight and unique narrative techniques, and he is hailed as one of the greatest novelists of the 20th century. Greene's writing spans a variety of themes, including spy novels, religious novels, and noir novels. more

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