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“...the ultimate dwindling resource in the human arrangement isn’t cheap oil or potable water or even common sense, but mercy.”

Quote by Cheryl Strayed

Book:Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Someone Who’s Been There

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Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice on Love and Life from Someone Who’s Been There

This book offers a compilation of heartfelt and practical advice on matters of love, relationships, and personal growth, drawn from the author’s own life experiences and profound understanding of human emotions and situations. more

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Cheryl Strayed is an American author who gained fame with her memoir 'Wild', which tells the story of her solo hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. The novel, which was later adapted into a film, has been praised for its profound personal narrative and exploration of themes of female self-discovery. Her work has been celebrated for its deep personal storytelling and exploration of themes of female self-discovery. more

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