“Everybody's got their troubles.”
Book:Complete Stories
Quote by Dorothy Parker
Work
Complete Stories
This book is a compilation of various short stories, offering readers a diverse range of narratives and themes. more
Author
Dorothy Parker
Dorothy Parker, an American poet, playwright, and critic, was born on August 22, 1893, and died on June 7, 1967. Known for her wit, satire, and humor, she is a prominent figure in 20th-century American literature. more
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