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This anthology gathers a selection of Paul Bowles's literary output, including excerpts from his novels, short stories, travel writings, and autobiographical pieces. Bowles, who lived much of his life in Tangier, Morocco, is recognized for his stark, often unsettling portrayals of cross-cultural encounters and psychological dislocation. The reader provides an overview of his distinctive narrative voice and thematic preoccupations, drawing from his major works such as The Sheltering Sky and his numerous short fictions.
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