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“For what is reading but the animating of a writer's words on the silent film strip in our minds?”

Quote by Orhan Pamuk

Book:The Black Book

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Orhan Pamuk, born on June 7, 1952, is a renowned Turkish novelist. His works are characterized by their depiction of Turkish society, history, and culture, and have won him a wide audience. Pamuk has received the Nobel Prize in Literature and is considered a leading figure in Turkish literature. more

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