“You cannot know the true nature of another's suffering." "No. But you can try your damnedest not to worsen it.”
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Washington Black
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Esi Edugyan
Esi Edugyan is a Canadian novelist born in Ethiopia in 1977, who later moved to Canada with her family. Her works are known for their profound character development and rich cultural background. She has won multiple literary awards. more
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