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“There can be no beauty if it is paid for by human injustice, nor truth that passes over injustice in silence, nor moral virtue that condones it.”

Quote by Tadeusz Borowski

Book:This way for the gas, ladies and gentlemen: and other stories

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This way for the gas, ladies and gentlemen: and other stories

This volume compiles a selection of short stories that delve into a range of subjects and storytelling techniques. more

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Tadeusz Borowski

Tadeusz Borowski, born on November 12, 1922, was a renowned Polish writer known for his profound realism and harrowing depictions of war. Imprisoned in Nazi concentration camps during World War II, his experiences profoundly influenced his writing. His short story collection 'Stories from the Death Camp' is one of the most famous literary works of the 20th century. more

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