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“I knew little, but at least I knew that: no one could speak for someone else. That although we might want to tell other people's stories, we always end up telling our own.”

Quote by Alejandro Zambra

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Alejandro Zambra

Alejandro Zambra, born in 1975, is a renowned Chilean poet. His works are celebrated for their unique style and profound insight into social reality. more

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