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“Secangkir kopi yang dengan tenang menunggu kau minum itu tidak pernah mengusut kenapa kau bisa membedakan aromanya dari asap yang setiap hari kau hirup ketika berangkat dan pulang kerja di kota yang semakin tidak bisa mengerti kenapa mesti ada secangkir kopi yang tersedia di atas meja setiap pagi”

Quote by Sapardi Djoko Damono

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Sapardi Djoko Damono
Sapardi Djoko Damono

Sapardi Djoko Damono is a renowned Indonesian poet, born on March 20, 1940. His poetry is deeply influenced by Indonesian culture and is known for its unique style and emotional expression. more

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