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“their powerlessness, innocence, and imagination fused to enable them to turn time inside out, travel on the wind, and enter the souls of animals.”

Quote by Mark Helprin

Book:Winter's Tale

Work

This classic novel intertwines the lives of two individuals across centuries, blending elements of fantasy with historical and romantic storytelling. more

Author

Mark Helprin is an American novelist born on June 28, 1947. His works are known for their rich imagination, profound philosophical insights, and unique narrative style. more

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