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Quote by Federico Garcia Lorca

“I'm afraid to be on this shore a trunk without limbs, and what I most regret is not to have flower, pulp, or clay for the worm of my suffering.”

Quote by Federico Garcia Lorca

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Federico Garcia Lorca
Federico Garcia Lorca

Spanish poet and playwright, considered one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. His works blend traditional and modern elements, deeply influenced by Spanish folklore and theater. more

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