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“Memory is the most transient of all possessions. And when it goes, it leaves as few traces as stars that have disappeared.”

Quote by Erica Jong

Book:Fear of Fifty

Work

This book delves into the personal and societal fears that often accompany the milestone of turning fifty, offering insights into the complexities of aging and the search for meaning in later life. more

Author

Erica Jong is a renowned American author, born on March 26, 1942. Her works, focusing on female perspectives and sexual liberation, have gained widespread popularity. Her representative works include 'How to Be a Woman'. more

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