“"But there is suffering in life," one of the listeners said. "And there are defeats. No one can avoid them. But it's better to lose some battles in the struggle for your dreams than to be defeated without ever even knowing what you're fighting for”
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By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept
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Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho, born on August 24, 1947, is a renowned Brazilian author and lyricist. His works are characterized by profound philosophical thoughts and rich imagination, with his most famous novel being 'The Alchemist'. more
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