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“The American mirror, said the voice, the sad American mirror of wealth and poverty and constant useless metamorphosis, the mirror that sails and whose sails are pain.”

Quote by Roberto Bolano

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Roberto Bolaño, born on April 28, 1953, was a highly influential contemporary writer from Chile. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound social criticism, making him a significant representative of Latin American literature. more

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