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“For children parents are always a burden. But parents who draw too much attention to themselves are intolerable.”

Quote by Elena Ferrante

Book:La frantumaglia

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La frantumaglia

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Elena Ferrante is a renowned contemporary Italian novelist, known for her unique narrative style and profound character portrayals. Her works cover a wide range of themes, including family, love, power, and social class. Ferrante's novels have received widespread acclaim both in Italy and around the world, despite the mystery surrounding her true identity. more

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