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“Yet there are times when for no logical reason I feel an almost unbearable sense of isolation. Not only am I divided in myself, my underwater and above-water selves separated, but I feel wrenched away from everybody around me. This is part of being human, this knowing that we are all part of one another, inextricably involved; and at the same time alone, irrevocably alone.”

Quote by Madeleine L'Engle

Book:The Summer of the Great-Grandmother
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The Summer of the Great-Grandmother

This novel delves into the tender bond between a young girl and her great-grandmother, set against the backdrop of a serene summer in the countryside. The narrative captures the essence of family history, nostalgia, and the passage of time, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of intergenerational relationships. more

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Madeleine L'Engle
Madeleine L'Engle

American writer, born on November 29, 1918, and died on September 6, 2007. Madeleine L'Engle is renowned for her science fiction and fantasy novels, with her most famous work being 'A Wrinkle in Time'. more

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