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Those who knew what this was all about must make way for those who know little. And less than that. And at last nothing less than nothing.

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About Wisława Szymborska

Wisława Szymborska-Włodek (2 July 1923 – 1 February 2012) was a Polish poet, essayist and translator. She was awarded the 1996 Nobel Prize in Literature. She was bestowed the title of Lady of the Order of the White Eagle in 2011. She was a member of the Polish Writers Association (1989) and the Polish Academy of Skills (1995).

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Alternative Names: Maria Wisława Anna Szymborska • Szymborska • Wislawa Szymborska

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