“As I get older, my childhood self becomes more accessible to me, but selectively, in images as stylized and suspect as moments remembered from a novel read years ago.”
Quote by John Updike
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Odd Jobs: Essays and Criticism
This book is a compilation of essays and critical commentary that delve into a range of topics, offering readers insights and perspectives on diverse subjects. more
Author
John Updike
John Updike was an American novelist known for his profound insights into middle-class life and his delicate narrative skills. His works spanned a wide range of genres from short stories to novels, including the classic 'Rabbit, Run' series and 'The Centaur'. more
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