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“Why does man need bread? To survive. But why survive if it is only to eat more bread? To live is more than just to sustain life - it is to enrich, and be enriched by, life.”

Quote by Shashi Tharoor

Book:Bookless in Baghdad: Reflections on Writing and Writers

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Shashi Tharoor is an Indian author, politician, and diplomat, born on March 9, 1956. He has made significant contributions to literature and public service, authoring numerous books on history, politics, and culture. Tharoor has held various political positions, including membership in the Indian Parliament and diplomatic roles at the United Nations. more

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