“That is the way we decided to talk, free and easy, two young men discussing a boxing match. That was the only way to talk. You couldn't let too much truth seep into your conversation, you couldn't admit with your mouth what your eyes had seen. If you opened the door even a centimeter, you would smell the rot outside and hear the screams. You did not open the door. You kept your mind on the tasks of the day, the hunt for food and water and something to burn, and you saved the rest for the end of the war.”
Quote by David Benioff
Work
City of Thieves: A Novel
In this compelling novel, the reader is transported to the war-torn city of Leningrad, where a young man, Lev, is tasked with a seemingly impossible mission. Amidst the backdrop of the Soviet Union's struggle against Nazi Germany, Lev's journey becomes a tale of survival, love, and the enduring human spirit. The novel delves into the harsh realities of war, the resilience of the human spirit, and the complexities of friendship and loyalty. more
Author
David Benioff
David Benioff, born on September 25, 1970, is a renowned novelist and screenwriter from the United States. His works are known for their deep emotional resonance and rich imagination, with notable achievements including the novels 'A Song of Ice and Fire' and the television adaptation 'Game of Thrones'. more
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