I am also well aware that literature only has a minimal influence on political disputes or economic crises in the world, but its significance to human beings is ancient. (Mo Yan)

I am also well aware that literature only has a minimal influence on political disputes or economic crises in the world, but its significance to human beings is ancient.

Mo Yan

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