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“I believe that the struggle against death, the unconditional and self-willed determination to live, is the mode of power behind the lives and activities of all...”

Quote by Hermann Hesse

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Hermann Hesse was a German poet and novelist, born on July 2, 1877, and died on August 9, 1962. Known for his profound psychological descriptions and exploration of human nature, his works include classics such as 'Steppenwolf' and 'The Glass Bead Game'. more

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