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“One day a year let’s all pretend that death is tucked up, fast asleep. That no lives meet a tragic end, no dreams are shattered on the cheap. The world’s at peace, there are no wars, we hug our friend, our former foe. No beggars die outside locked doors, all cells are empty on death row. Nobody’s stabbed, nobody’s shot, no car runs over someone’s friend. This can’t be true! – Well, maybe not. All I’m saying is: let’s pretend.”

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Dagsedlar (Samlade skrifter / Stig Dagerman)

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Stig Dagerman
Stig Dagerman

Stig Dagerman, born on October 5, 1923, was a prominent Swedish journalist. His career began in the 1940s, during which he was known for his sharp observations and profound insights. Dagerman's work covered a range of topics from society, politics, to culture, and his reports not only exposed social injustices but also reflected the complexity of human nature. Tragically, he died in a car accident on November 4, 1954, at the age of 31. more

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