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“In our lives we know joy, anger, sorrow, and a hundred other emotions, but these emotions altogether occupy a bare one per cent of our time. The remaining ninety-nine per cent is just living in waiting.”

Quote by Osamu Dazai

Work

The Setting Sun

This book delves into the metaphorical and literal meanings of the setting sun, examining the transition from one phase to another in various contexts, such as personal growth, societal change, and the natural cycle of life. more

Author

Osamu Dazai
Osamu Dazai

Osamu Dazai was a renowned Japanese author born on June 19, 1909, in Takamatsu, Shikoku, Japan. His works are known for their profound social criticism and unique literary style, with notable titles including 'The Buried Alive' and 'Fostering'. Dazai passed away on June 13, 1948. more

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