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20th Century
The 20th century was the period between January 1, 1901 and December 31, 2000 inclusive. It was the tenth and last century of the 2nd millennium. It is distinct from the century known as the 1900s (sometimes written 19XX), which began on January 1, 1900 and ended December 31, 1999.
The century had the first global-scale wars between world powers across continents in World War I and World War II. Nationalism became a major political issue in the world in the 20th century, acknowledged in international law along with the right of nations to self-determination, official decolonization in the mid-c ...more
The century had the first global-scale wars between world powers across continents in World War I and World War II. Nationalism became a major political issue in the world in the 20th century, acknowledged in international law along with the right of nations to self-determination, official decolonization in the mid-c ...more
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It is a great age to live in and, if need be, die in and for. Any magician worth his salt would tell you the same.
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― Zen in the Art of Writing: Releasing the Creative Genius Within You
― Zen in the Art of Writing: Releasing the Creative Genius Within You
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The maid sashayed coyly, while the general tore off her cheongsam. Buttons flew everywhere, clinking against the antique vases filling the room like the sound of jade chimes. He lifted her onto the table, ignoring her muffled protests and kicking legs. Just as he was about to indulge in their game, there was a knock at the door. "Knock, knock, knock."
General Li shouted:
- What is it?
- “Sir, Manager Zhao requests an audience”,
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