“Everything in the existing world seemed strange to him; it was as if the world had been created for some brief, mocking game. But this game of make-believe had dragged on for a long time,for eternity, and nobody felt like laughing anymore.”
Andrei Platonov was a Russian author born on August 28, 1899, and died on January 5, 1951. Known for his unique literary style and profound insights into Soviet society, Platonov is recognized for his significant contributions to 20th-century Russian literature. more
“Encouragement energizes us. It empowers us.”
“Never underestimate the girl who will grow into a woman!”
“Never again, would I use someone's approval as a thermometer for my self-worth.”
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