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“Communism is a proposition to structure the world more reasonably, a proposition for changing the world. As such, we have to analyze it and, if we deem it reasonable, act upon it.”

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Friedrich Durrenmatt
Friedrich Durrenmatt

Friedrich Durrenmatt, born on January 5, 1921, and died on December 14, 1990, was a Swiss German author. Known for his unique narrative style and profound philosophical thinking, he is considered one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century. His works spanned various genres, with his plays being particularly celebrated. more

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