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“...Każda organizacja jest dla mnie za ciasna. Mam potrzebę wolności. Taka wolnośc jest męcząca, bo za każdym razem w obliczu jakiegoś problemu, kiedy trzeba postanowić, co myśleć, co zrobić, można odwołać się tylko do własnego umysłu, własnego serca, a nie do łatwej, gotowej to użytku linii partyjnej albo słów jakiejś świętej księgi.”

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Lettere contro la guerra

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Tiziano Terzani
Tiziano Terzani

Tiziano Terzani was an Italian journalist renowned for his extensive coverage of China. Born on September 14, 1938, in Florence, Italy, he spent over three decades in China, reporting for various Italian media outlets. Terzani's work provided valuable insights into China's political, social, and cultural landscape, earning him a reputation as a leading expert on the country. more

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