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“The paradoxical virtue of reading lies in distancing ourselves from the world so that we may make sense of it.”

Quote by Daniel Pennac

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Daniel Pennac, born on December 1, 1944, is a renowned French writer known for his humorous, satirical, and insightful works. His writing has won him numerous literary awards in France and has been translated into multiple languages, gaining international acclaim. more

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