"Some Iraqi writers are more daring today and have excellent imaginations and their material is rich in human experience. But the Arab prizes, once again, are part of the context of life in the Arab world - anarchy, confusion, and corruption."

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Hassan Blasim

#Imagination Quotes #Confusion Quotes #World Quotes

“Everywhere I went on my job covering conflict, the Kalashnikov was the predominant arm.”

Source : Source: www.esquire.com
“We are told that when HÃ¶lderlin went 'mad,' he constantly repeated, 'Nothing is happening to me, nothing is happening to me.'”
“Rigorously investigated and fearlessly reported, A Crime So Monstrous is a passionate and thorough examination of the appalling reality of human bondage in today's world. In his devastating narrative, Ben Skinner boldly casts light on the unthinkable, yet thriving, modern-day practice of slavery, exposing a global trade in human lives. The abuses detailed in these pages are repugnant, but there is hope to be found: by giving voice to the victims, Skinner helps restore their dignity and makes crucial strides toward closing this shameful chapter in history.”
“Born poor, but of honored and humble people, I am particularly proud to die poor.”
“HIV/AIDS from converted from a lethal disease into a chronic disease because basic scientists' fundamental research was done that illuminated aspects of that virus and allowed the generation of therapies like antiretroviral therapies. And so now HIV/AIDS is not a lethal disease, it is a chronic disease.”

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“Silence can pose a greater threat than the difficult truth.”
“What does God the Father look like? Although I've never seen Him, I believe - as with the Holy Spirit - He looks like Jesus looked on earth.”
“There is no use of simply acquiring titles or amassing wealth if one has no self-respect and scientific knowledge .”

Source : Collected works of Periyar E.V.R., p. 511, 2005.

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