WinterMoon

Dated: 3rd August 2024 I recently finished a book that has stayed with me not just for a few days, but for weeks, even months now. One of the most powerful quotes from the book is: “You are the knife I turn inside myself; that is love.” This book is a collection of Franz Kafka's letters to Milena Jesenská, a Czech journalist he had a deep emotional connection with. Kafka’s letters are filled with love, self-doubt, and deep thoughts about life. For anyone interested in the complexities of human relationships, this book is a must-read. Kafka was deeply drawn to Milena, even though she was married and wasn’t planning to leave her sick husband. He wrote to her with complete honesty, sharing his deepest thoughts and feelings, even though Milena didn’t fully return his love. What’s amazing is that, despite hardly ever meeting in person, they formed such a strong emotional connection through their letters. It made me think about how beautiful love can be. Both Kafka and Milena had their o...

 Dated - 30th August 2024 I’ve just finished another book by one of my favorite authors, Paulo Coelho.  One of the quotes that stood out to me from The Spy is: "I am a woman who was born at the wrong time and nothing can be done to fix this." This book makes you think about how incredibly Mata Hari handled her life after her parents passed away. She became a self-made woman in the early 20th century, which was not easy at the time. The Spy gives a thoughtful look at a complex woman who didn’t follow the rules of society. Although the book focuses more on her personal thoughts than on the history, it’s a short and interesting read for anyone who wants to see a different side of Mata Hari. The courage and struggles she faced to break free from the rules society had set—especially those created by men and women—are inspiring. The story follows Mata Hari’s journey from Margaretha Zelle, a Dutch woman, to a famous dancer and controversial figure in Paris. Her rise to fame throu...