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Quote by Selma Lagerlöf

“For what is man's soul but a flame? It flickers in and around the body of a man as does the flame around the rough log.”

Quote by Selma Lagerlöf

Book:The general's ring

Work

The general's ring

This novel delves into the life of a military leader during a tumultuous period, intertwining the general's personal journey with the fate of his kingdom. The ring, a central object in the narrative, holds significant historical and symbolic importance. more

Author

Selma Lagerlöf

Selma Lagerlöf, born on November 20, 1858, and died on March 16, 1940, was a renowned Swedish author. She is best known for her children's literature and was the first Swedish woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. more

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