Mimi
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“In Czech, according to Milan Kundera, litost is a state of agony and torment created by the sudden sight of one's own misery.”
― An Unnecessary Woman
― An Unnecessary Woman
“...I try to live without interfering in the lives of others because I have no wish for them to interfere in mine.”
― An Unnecessary Woman
― An Unnecessary Woman
“Childhood is played out in a foreign language and our memory of it is a Constance Garnett translation.”
― An Unnecessary Woman
― An Unnecessary Woman
“I think my mom is manic, but Chinese people don't believe in psychologists. We just drink more tea when things go bad. Sometimes I agree; I think we're all over diagnosed.”
― Fresh Off the Boat
― Fresh Off the Boat
“I love the idea of homeland, but not the actual return to one.”
― An Unnecessary Woman
― An Unnecessary Woman
readers from the east
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— last activity Apr 16, 2016 12:16PM
sweet ladies from the eastern hemisphere with a variety of interests. there's no limit to who joins. if you love to read and are ready to discuss some ...more
Boxall's 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die
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For those attempting the crazy feat of reading all 1001 books! For discerning bibliophiles and readers who enjoy unforgettable classic literature, 10 ...more
Korean Literature
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안녕하세요! Annyeonghaseyo! This is an open group where we discuss Korean literature, fiction and non-fiction from both South and North Korea. New members: ...more
Mimi’s 2025 Year in Books
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