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“All utopias are depressing because they leave no room for chance, for difference, for the 'miscellaneous'.”

Quote by Georges Perec

Book:Brief Notes on the Art and Manner of Arranging One's Books

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Brief Notes on the Art and Manner of Arranging One's Books

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Georges Perec was a French novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into everyday life. His works often explore themes of memory, identity, and reality, with his most famous works including 'Life: A User's Manual' and 'A Void'. more

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