"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."
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About Aleksandar Hemon
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.
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