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Quote by Sándor Márai

“Pokoj a předměty v něm si lze prohlížet dvěma různymi způsoby: jako kdyby člověk něco objevoval a jako kdyby se s něčím loučil.”

Quote by Sándor Márai

Book:Embers

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Embers

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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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