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The Graveyard Book

This novel is a fantasy tale that explores themes of identity, loss, and the supernatural. The protagonist, a young boy, is orphaned at birth and raised in a graveyard by the spirits who inhabit it. The story delves into the boy's journey as he grows up, learning about his past and the world beyond the graveyard. more

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Neil Gaiman
Neil Gaiman

Neil Gaiman, born on November 10, 1960, is a renowned British author. His works span across various genres including fantasy, horror, and science fiction, with notable titles such as 'American Gods' and 'Good Omens'. Gaiman's writing style is distinctive and has won him a dedicated fan base. more

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“স্রষ্টা ফল দিয়েছেন যেন আমরা ক্ষুধা নিবারণ করতে পারি। একইভাবে তিনি ফুল দিয়েছেন যেন প্রয়োজনে তা কাজে লাগানো যায়। ফল যেমন গাছে সুন্দর আবার ঝুড়িতেও সুন্দর, তেমনি ফুল গাছে সুন্দর আবার প্রেমিক বা প্রেমিকার হাতেও সুন্দর! আমি বিনীতভাবে দ্বিমত পোষণ করি যারা বলেন যে ফুল শুধু গাছেই শোভা পায়। ফল যেমন গাছেই রেখে দিলে নষ্ট হয়ে যাবে, তেমনি ফুলও ব্যবহৃত না হলে অযথাই নষ্ট হবে!”

“God has given fruits so that we can satisfy hunger. Similarly, He has given flowers so that they can be used if necessary. Just as the fruits are beautiful in the tree and also in the basket, likewise, the flowers are beautiful in the tree and also in the lover or beloved’s hands. I humbly disagree with those who say that flowers adorn only the trees. As leaving the fruits in the tree will destroy them, equally, if the flowers are not used, they will be pointlessly wasted!”