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“Men jag kan inte döda någon’, sa Jonatan, ’det vet du, Orvar!’ […] ’Om alla vore som du’, sa Orvar, ’då skulle ju ondskan få regera i all evinnerlighet!’ Men då sa jag att om alla vore som Jonatan, så skulle det inte finnas någon ondska.”

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Book:The Brothers Lionheart
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The Brothers Lionheart

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Astrid Lindgren
Astrid Lindgren

Swedish author known for her children's literature, with famous works including 'Pippi Longstocking' and 'The Magic Faraway Tree'. Her books are beloved by children worldwide and have had a profound impact on children's literature. more

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