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“anyone who identifies himself with the fate of another is robbed to some extent of his own freedom.”

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Book:Beware of Pity

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Stefan Zweig, born on November 28, 1881 in Vienna, was an Austrian novelist, playwright, and biographer. Known for his profound psychological insights and unique narrative style, he is a significant figure in European literature at the beginning of the 20th century. more

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