Aleksandar Hemon
1964
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Biography
Aleksandar Hemon is a Bosnian-American writer known for his novels, short stories, and essays. Born in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1964, Hemon moved to the United States in the 1990s due to the outbreak of the Bosnian War. His works often explore themes of exile, identity, and the immigrant experience, drawing from his own personal journey. Hemon has received critical acclaim for his writing, including awards such as the MacArthur Fellowship.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
I do not believe in the existence of a muse I do, however, believe in the existence of a restless, driving dissatisfaction that one must accept unconditionally and learn to live with.
2
Guilt is not determined by a court of law or a church. It is determined by our own internal justice or injustice detector.
3
You can avoid reality, but you cannot avoid the consequences of avoiding reality.
4
Writing is a way of suffering and redemption. Writing can become the source of your terrible sorrow and your greatest joy.
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Every writer is just an average runner up in the race of art.