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Fearless: Fearless; Sam; Run

This book delves into the psychological and emotional challenges faced by Sam, highlighting the courage required to overcome fear and pursue personal growth. more

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Francine Pascal
Francine Pascal

French author born on May 13, 1938. Known for her young adult literature, particularly the 'Romeo and Juliet' series and the 'Angels' series, which have won the hearts of many readers. more

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“An extraterrestrial being, newly arrived on Earth - scrutinizing what we mainly present to our children in television, radio, movies, newspapers, magazines, the comics, and many books - might easily conclude that we are intent on teaching them murder, rape, cruelty, superstition, credulity, and consumerism. We keep at it, and through constant repetition many of them finally get it.”

“And yet, just as our body would burst asunder if the pressure of the atmosphere were removed from it, so would the arrogance of men expand, if not to the point of bursting then to that of the most unbridled folly, indeed madness, if the pressure of want, toil, calamity and frustration were removed from their life. One can even say that we require at all times a certain quantity of care or sorrow or want, as a ship requires ballast, in order to keep on a straight course.”