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“As long as you have any floor space at all, you have room for books! Just make two stacks of books the same height, place them three or four feet apart, lay a board across them, and repeat. Viola! Bookshelves!”

Quote by Jan Karon

Work

Out to Canaan

The story follows a group of individuals as they embark on a journey to a new land, reflecting on their past and the challenges they face in their quest for a better future. more

Author

Jan Karon
Jan Karon

Jan Karon, born in 1937, is an American writer known for his novels that revolve around the warm community life. His works have a large readership worldwide, with his 'The Mitford Series' novels being particularly popular. more

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