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“When I watched you dancing that day, I saw something else. I saw a new world coming rapidly. More scientific, efficient, yes. More cures for the old sicknesses. Very good. But a harsh, cruel world. And I saw a little girl, her eyes tightly closed, holding to her breast the old, kind world, one that she knew in her heart could not remain, and she was holding it and pleading, never to let her go.”

Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro

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Never Let Me Go

Set in a dystopian future, the story follows the lives of three clones named Kathy, Ruth, and Tommy as they navigate their existence and the secrets of their creation. The narrative delves into complex ethical questions and the profound impact of human relationships on one's sense of self. more

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Kazuo Ishiguro
Kazuo Ishiguro

Kazuo Ishiguro is a Japanese-born British novelist known for his unique literary style and profound insights into human nature. His works often explore themes of memory, identity, and common human emotions. Born on November 8, 1954, Ishiguro's career began with the publication of his first novel 'When Breath Becomes Air' in 1982, which received widespread acclaim. more

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