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“One has just been sent out as a biblical dove, has found nothing green, and slips back into the darkness of the Ark”

Book:I am a memory come alive: autobiographical writings

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I am a memory come alive: autobiographical writings

The work is a compilation of essays and stories that delve into the author's personal history, exploring themes of identity, growth, and the passage of time. Through these writings, the reader is provided with a rich tapestry of the author's life, capturing both the mundane and the extraordinary moments that have shaped their existence. more

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Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka (July 3, 1883 - June 3, 1924) was an important German-language novelist of the 20th century, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts. His works, often themed around loneliness, alienation, and existentialism, have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy. more

“She yearned to see her mother again, and Robb and Bran and Rickon… but it was Jon Snow she thought of most. She wished somehow they could come to the Wall before Winterfell, so Jon might muss up her hair and call her “little sister.” She’d tell him, “I missed you,” and he’d say it too at the very same moment, the way they always used to say things together. She would have liked that. She would have liked that better than anything.”

Way Littles Moments Might Together Used Mother Hair Wall Snow Little Sister Missed You I Missed You Jon Snow Winterfell

Book:A Game of Thrones 4-Book Bundle: A Song of Ice and Fire Series: A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, and A Feast for Crows

Source: A Game of Thrones 4-Book Bundle: A Song of Ice and Fire Series: A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, and A Feast for Crows

“I don't see why its taking so long," Maryse was saying to Magnus "is that normal?" "What's not normal is the discount I'm giving you."Magnus tapped the heel of his boot against the wall. "Normally I charge twice this much”

Giving Long Wall Normal Boots Heels Discounts

Author:Cassandra Clare

“We lived always in the stretch or sag of nerves, either on the crest or in the trough of waves of feeling.”

Feelings Wave Nerves Trough

Book:The Collected Works of Lawrence of Arabia (Unabridged): Seven Pillars of Wisdom + The Mint + The Evolution of a Revolt + Complete Letters (Including Translations of The Odyssey and The Forest Giant)

Source: The Collected Works of Lawrence of Arabia (Unabridged): Seven Pillars of Wisdom + The Mint + The Evolution of a Revolt + Complete Letters (Including Translations of The Odyssey and The Forest Giant)

“It's not the gods But our own hearts We need to fear. The evil starts Against all odds Not there but here.”

Needs Heart Evil Odds Against All Odds

Book:Arion & the Dolphin: a libretto

Source: Arion & the Dolphin: a libretto

“I don't care who her mother is," Magnus said. "You can't see me with out an appointment. Come back later. Next March would be good," "March?" Sebastian looked horrified. "You're right," Magnus said, "Too rainy. How about June?”

Said Would Be Care Mother Next Don't Care Be Good I Don't Care March June Appointments Rainy

Book:Cassandra Clare: The Mortal Instruments Series (5 books): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels, City of Lost Souls

Source: Cassandra Clare: The Mortal Instruments Series (5 books): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels, City of Lost Souls

“Has there ever been an Inquisitor who didn't die a horrible death?" Simon wondered out loud. " It's like being the drummer in Spinal Tap.”

Dies Horrible Loud Drummer Spinal Tap

Author:Cassandra Clare

“You should be careful, tossing descriptors like that around in a situation like this. My ‘problem’ isn’t little. Unless you’re drawing some pretty wild comparisons. Please tell me you’re not drawing wild comparisons. Or blood-relative comparisons.”

Should Littles Problem Situation Blood Please Careful Drawing Comparison Relative Be Careful Blood Relatives

Book:Soul Screamers Volume Three: If I Die\Never to Sleep\Before I Wake

Source: Soul Screamers Volume Three: If I Die\Never to Sleep\Before I Wake

“I know the British people and they are not passengers - they are drivers.”

People Knows British Drivers Passengers

Author:David Cameron

“As a matter of fact, I was going to offer you something.” “What did you have in mind?” "A field trip. You interested in doing something dangerous, and possibly illegal?” “Does it involve underage girls, broken curfews and assorted fruit toppings?”