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Quote by Elif Batuman

“I'm going to become whatever I was going to become.”

Quote by Elif Batuman

Work

This book delves into the profound implications of choices and their impact on an individual's existence, offering a critical examination of the complexities of decision-making and the philosophical underpinnings of human agency. more

Author

Elif Batuman is a Turkish-American author born in 1977. Her works are known for their humor and depth, primarily exploring themes of personal identity, cultural differences, and the experience of growing up. Her debut novel, 'The Possessed', received widespread acclaim. more

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