“some travelers are drawn forward by a goal lying before them in the way iron is drawn to the magnet. Others are driven on by a force lying behind them. In such a way the bowstring makes the arrow fly.”
Quote by Isak Dinesen
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Isak Dinesen
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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