“Os livros eram o único lugar onde havia compaixão, consolo, alegria... e amor. Os livros amavam a todos que os abriam, ofereciam proteção e amizade sem exigir nada em troca, e nunca iam embora, nunca, mesmo quando não eram bem tratados. Amor, verdade, beleza, sabedoria e consolo perante a morte.”
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Cornelia Funke, born on December 10, 1958, is a renowned German children's literature author. Her works are highly praised for their rich imagination, unique narrative style, and profound humanistic concerns. Funke's writing covers a variety of themes including fantasy, adventure, and growth, and has won the hearts of readers worldwide. more
“But that was the trouble with this world--at heart, it was childish.”
“...well, who says that all gods are kindly? Most of them are stern and cruel, wouldn't you agree?”
“Las malas historias no despiertan a la vida. No hay ningún Dedo Polvoriento en ellas.”