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“Tutto ritorna, le cose e le parole girano in cerchio, talvolta fanno il giro del mondo, poi un bel giorno si incontrano, si riuniscono e il cerchio si chiude.”

Quote by Sándor Márai

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Sándor Márai

Sándor Márai was a Hungarian writer renowned for his profound literary style and insightful observations on historical changes. His works extensively explore the conflicts between individuals and the times, as well as the common human experience. more

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