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“Liefde begint met een metafoor. Anders gezegd: liefde begint op het moment dat een vrouw haar eerste woord grift in ons poëtisch geheugen.”

Quote by Milan Kundera

Book:The Unbearable Lightness of Being

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The Unbearable Lightness of Being

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Milan Kundera is a renowned Czech-French writer known for his profound psychological insights and unique narrative techniques. His works often explore themes of personal freedom, love, morality, and existentialism, with notable titles including 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being' and 'The Joke'. more

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