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This has the tone of regret mixed with self-reproach. It can be read as someone acknowledging that a conflict exposed a mistake in judgment, especially the false assumption that rules of war and ordinary life are the same. The line lands when a person realizes too late that anger, duty, or conflict made them misread what fairness required.
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About Paulo Coelho
Brazilian novelist and spiritual writer of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Coelho is best known for his globally acclaimed novel *The Alchemist*, which blends philosophy, mythology, and personal transformation into a fable about destiny. His work often explores the intersection of faith, travel, and self-discovery, appealing to readers seeking meaning in life’s journey.
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Books by Paulo Coelho
O Alquimista
2014
Am Ufer des Rio Piedra saß ich und weinte
1996
Brida
2008
Eleven Minutes
2005
Zahir
2006