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“On the one hand we can't be alone, people like us; on the other we can't stand company. We can't stand male company, which bores us to death, or female company either. I gave up male company for years because it's totally unprofitable, and female company gets on my nerves in no time.”

Quote by Thomas Bernhard

Work

Concrete

This book delves into the history, properties, and applications of concrete, examining its significance in the construction of buildings and cities. more

Author

Thomas Bernhard
Thomas Bernhard

Thomas Bernhard, born on February 9, 1931 and died on February 12, 1989, was an influential Austrian novelist. His works are renowned for their unique style and profound criticism of social reality. more

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