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Letters to Milena

This book is a compilation of letters that reveal a deep and personal relationship between two individuals amidst the backdrop of significant historical events. The correspondence offers a glimpse into the complexities of human emotions and the passage of time. more

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Franz Kafka
Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka (July 3, 1883 - June 3, 1924) was an important German-language novelist of the 20th century, known for his unique literary style and profound philosophical thoughts. His works, often themed around loneliness, alienation, and existentialism, have had a profound impact on literature and philosophy. more

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“Earlier I used to cry for people. I used to beg them to stay even when they didn't value me. Now I quietly walk away from them with a smile because now I don't want anyone who disturbs my peace. And I have understood there's no point in crying for those who intentionally make you cry. Now I have realized, healing and growth happen in silence not in screams.”

“Be gentle with my emotions, As I used to be scared to feel, I was forced to hold them in, Not allowed to say what was real. Be gentle with my mind, As it was once warped and twisted, Made to believe the falsities, That the cruel person insisted. Be gentle with my soul, As it was once broken beyond repair, Tortured, trapped, used and wasted, Thrown away without a bloody care. Be careful with my body, As it was taken without my consent, Only through therapy, tears and time, Have the memories come to relent.”