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“All that five thousand kids lived in those five thousand houses, owned by guys that got off the train. The houses looked so much alike that, time and time again, the kids went home by mistake to different houses and different families. Nobody ever noticed.”

Quote by Ken Kesey

Book:One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

The story follows the protagonist's struggle against the oppressive environment of a psychiatric hospital, highlighting the conflict between the individual's will and the institutionalized norms. more

Author

Ken Kesey was an influential American author best known for his anti-establishment novel 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'. His works often delve into social and political issues, and are celebrated for their unique narrative style and profound insights. more

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