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“Freedom has become a commodity whose availability, paradoxically, keeps society in check. The threat of its loss seems to enable us to tolerate its imposition.”

Quote by Andrzej Stasiuk

Book:Fado

Work

This book delves into the lives of individuals whose lives are intertwined with the music of Fado, offering a glimpse into the emotional depth and social fabric of its community. more

Author

Andrzej Stasiuk

Andrzej Stasiuk is a Polish writer born on September 25, 1960. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound depiction of Eastern European life. more

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