“And the churches are full of those who fear God's wrath. And those who plead for mercy which is the opposite of wrath. No, no, I do not feel sorry for those who die of hunger. What I feel is rage. And I see no harm in stealing to eat.”
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Clarice Lispector was a renowned Brazilian writer, born on December 10, 1920, to a Ukrainian immigrant family, and passed away on December 9, 1977. Her works are known for their unique narrative style and profound philosophical insights, and she is considered one of the greatest Brazilian writers of the 20th century. more
“Fight for a better tomorrow right now, right here. You will be proud of yourself in retrospect.”
“Don't ever make the mistake that I did. Don't show mercy.”
“We need more hope. We need more mercy. We need more justice.”
“To ask pardon of the authorities is to recognise their right.”