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“If there was an abundance of misery in the world, there was also sufficient joy, yes - as long as one knew where to look for it.”

Quote by Rohinton Mistry

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Rohinton Mistry
Rohinton Mistry

Rohinton Mistry is a Canadian author known for his profound social criticism and vivid portrayal of the lives of ordinary people in India. His works often focus on the struggles of the middle class in India and the exposure of social injustice. more

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