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Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky

“Never mind a little dirt, if the goal is splendid!”

Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Book:The Adolescent

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This book delves into the emotional and psychological challenges faced by teenagers as they navigate the transition from childhood to adulthood. more

Author

Fyodor Dostoevsky

A renowned Russian novelist and a pioneer of psychological novels. His works deeply reveal the complexity of human nature and the injustice of society, having a profound impact on literature worldwide. more

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Source: The Strain: Part 1, Sections 1 to 6 inclusive

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Source: Change of Heart: A Novel

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Source: Candy Girl: A Year in the Life of an Unlikely Stripper

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Source: Party Monster: A Fabulous But True Tale of Murder in Clubland