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“Дядек, у всех дураков одна беда — по крайней глупости они даже не представляют себе, что на свете есть такая штука, как здравый смысл.”

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The Sirens of Titan

A satirical and philosophical novel that delves into the lives of various characters, including a dictator and a billionaire, as they navigate the complexities of the universe and their own personal struggles. more

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Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

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