"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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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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