"I realised at the age of 16 that unless I read the gospels, I would never have access to Renaissance art, to the music of Bach or the novels of Dostoevsky. So in the evenings, when the other boys went to play basketball or chase girls - I had no chance in either - I found my comfort in Jesus."
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Amos Oz, born on May 4, 1939, in Jerusalem, was a celebrated Israeli author and a prominent advocate for peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His literary career spanned decades, producing acclaimed novels such as "My Michael" and "A Tale of Love and Darkness," which explore the complexities of identity and belonging. A passionate voice for reconciliation, Oz's works reflect his deep understanding of human nature and the intricacies of existence. His legacy endures through his profound contributions to literature and his unwavering commitment to dialogue and understanding.
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"Literature is always about bygone times. It's always looking back in time with a certain perspective. I look at bygone life which no longer exists, and as I said, I look at it without nostalgia but without anger, either. I look at it with criticism and with compassion. I look at it with curiosity."
Amos Oz