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“Kar Adamı’nın zamanını geçirme yolları bulması giderek zorlaşıyor. Zamanını ha? Ne saçma bir fikir. Sanki ona bir kutu dolusu zaman verilmiş gibi… İçi para niyetine harcayabileceği saatlerle, dakikalarla silme dolu bir kutu. Sorun şu ki, kutuda delikler var. Bu yüzden Kar Adamı ne yaparsa yapsın zaman akıp gidiyor.”

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Margaret Atwood
Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood is a renowned Canadian poet, novelist, playwright, and critic, born on November 18, 1939. Her works are known for their unique style and profound insights into social issues, with notable titles including 'The Handmaid's Tale' and 'Cat's Eye'. more

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