“some mornings... I sit at the kitchen table shaking salt into the hairs on my arm, and a feeling shoves up in me: it's finished. Everything went past without me.”
Quote by Jennifer Egan
Work
A Visit From the Goon Squad
A Visit From the Goon Squad is a novel that delves into the lives of individuals whose paths cross in the music industry. The narrative is structured as a series of interwoven stories, each focusing on different characters and their experiences over time. The book spans various decades and locations, reflecting the evolution of the music scene and the lives of those involved. more
Author
Jennifer Egan
Jennifer Egan is a renowned American novelist, born on September 7, 1962. Her works are known for their unique narrative techniques and profound insights into modern life. Egan has won numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for 'A Visit from the Goon Squad' in 2011. more
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