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“Без открытого вида из окна, без возможности видеть кусок неба, хорошо бы, допустим, с башней вдали, если уж нет привольных просторов, - без всего этого я жалкий, подавленный человечек...”

Quote by Franz Kafka

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Приговор. Письма к Фелиции

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Franz Kafka
Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka (July 3, 1883 - June 3, 1924) was an important German-language novelist of the 20th century, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts. His works, often themed around loneliness, alienation, and existentialism, have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy. more

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