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“Things happen, and, like millions of people before me, I look for a meaning in them, because my vanity will not allow me to admit that the whole meaning of an event lies in the event itself.”

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Marlen Haushofer

Marlen Haushofer was an Austrian author known for her unique literary style and profound depiction of human loneliness. Her works are characterized by their concise language and deep emotional expression. more

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