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“Sometimes I aint so sho who's got ere a right to say when a man is crazy and when he aint. Sometimes I think it aint none of us pure crazy and aint none of us pure sane until the balance of us talks him that-a-way. It's like it aint so much what a fellow does, but it's the way the majority of folks is looking at him when he does it.”

Quote by William Faulkner

Book:Faulkner's county: tales of Yoknapatawpha county
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Faulkner's county: tales of Yoknapatawpha county

This compilation of short stories delves into the intricate social fabric of Yoknapatawpha County, a fictional setting created by William Faulkner. The tales offer a rich tapestry of characters and narratives, reflecting the author's profound understanding of human nature and the South's cultural landscape. more

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William Faulkner
William Faulkner

William Faulkner, an American writer born on September 25, 1897, and died on July 6, 1962. Known for his unique narrative techniques and profound descriptions of Southern society and history, Faulkner is considered one of the great novelists of the 20th century. more

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