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“From a building right in front of my windows, I can observe the speed of the sunrises and sunsets. The voices of children playing, laughing, yelling, and crying on the playground crawl up to the eighth floor, where I write. Their voices sound so innocent from a distance.”

Quote by Andrea Hirata

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Andrea Hirata is an Indonesian author who gained fame with his novel 'The Little Prince'. This story, which deals with themes of growth, friendship, and dreams, has resonated with readers worldwide. more

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