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“Tomorrow begins from another dawn, when we will be fast asleep.”

Quote by Madeleine Thien

Book:Do Not Say We Have Nothing

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Do Not Say We Have Nothing

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Madeleine Thien

Madeleine Thien is a Canadian short story writer of Chinese descent, born in Malaysia in 1974. Her works are known for their profound humanistic concerns and sharp insights into social realities. Thien has won numerous literary awards, including the prestigious Man Booker Prize in 2016. more

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