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Quote by Jennifer Egan

“They were snobs or idiots or both...yet she was inexplicably crushed by their coldness.”

Quote by Jennifer Egan

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Jennifer Egan is a renowned American novelist, born on September 7, 1962. Her works are known for their unique narrative techniques and profound insights into modern life. Egan has won numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for 'A Visit from the Goon Squad' in 2011. more

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