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“Student: Master, tomorrow is your birthday. We want to buy you a very nice gift, what would you like? Master: Time! Student: I don't understand, master! Master: I need time, the most precious treasure, the most precious gift! Give me the gift of 'time'!”

Quote by Mehmet Murat Ildan

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Mehmet Murat Ildan

Mehmet Murat Ildan is a renowned Turkish writer born on May 16, 1965. His works span various literary forms including novels, essays, and poetry, and have gained widespread popularity among readers. more

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