“I used to take five or six books away and bring five or six books back. Nobody gave me direction or advice and I read much in the way that a boy might watch television.”
Quote by John McGahern
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John McGahern
John McGahern was an Irish writer known for his profound emotional depth and delicate prose. His works often focus on rural Irish life, particularly in his hometown of County Sligo. McGahern's novels and short stories are celebrated for their deep character portrayals. more
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