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The Years

This book is a reflective narrative that delves into the personal and societal changes experienced by its characters over the course of many years, offering a rich tapestry of human experience and the evolution of society. more

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Annie Ernaux
Annie Ernaux

Annie Ernaux, born on September 1, 1940, is a renowned French writer known for her autobiographical novels. Her works delve into the relationship between personal memory and history, as well as the impact of social class on individual destiny. more

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“We humans are conflicted beings. Our beliefs don’t always harmonize with our instincts, and our behavior doesn’t always reflect our beliefs. We constantly struggle with right and wrong. We wage war between the person we are and the person we hope to become. We have a lot of practice wrestling with ourselves. As a result, compared to nonmagical creatures, we humans are much more able to suppress our natural inclinations in order to deliberately choose our identities.”

“In other words, our true Divine nature is already joyfully one with Deity and the Universe and our continued spiritual growth and evolution to Godhood lies in exercising our agency to choose to live according to that truth and light that is continually being broadcast to and through us in the midst of mortal opposition, trials, and challenges.”