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“Anybody who has the courage to raise his eyes and look sanely at the awful human condition ... must realize finally that tiny periods of temporary release from intolerable suffering is the most that any individual has the right to expect.”

Quote by Flann O'Brien

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Flann O'Brien, born on October 5, 1911, and died on April 1, 1966, was an Irish novelist known for his unique humor and satirical style. His works, including 'The Third Policeman' and 'The Short Stories of Flann O'Brien', are celebrated for their absurdity and wit. O'Brien is considered an important figure in Irish literary history. more

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