Coffee and Rakija

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Learning about my Neighbours.

Learning about my Neighbours.

Their complex history, and it’s impact on almost every aspect of their lives, is beyond the comprehension of me and people similar to me.

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David Pejčinović-Bailey MBE
Aug 07, 2021
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Learning about my Neighbours.
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I simply can’t remember how many years ago my super cool friend, Mirjana gave me this book.

It’s a cultural guide.

Every page has a gem of knowledge, that helps me, even after these past decades, to understand the people I live amongst.

However, in reality, I don’t think any “Stranac" (foreigner), can ever understand the people of my adopted region.

Their c…

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