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“If that's how it all started, then we might as well face the fact that what's left out there is a great deal of shrapnel and a whole bunch of cinders (one of which is, fortunately, still hot enough and close enough to be good for tanning). Trying to find some sense and order in this mess may be as futile as trying to ... reconstruct the economy of Iowa from a bowl of popcorn. [On searching for evidence of the Big Bang.]”

Quote by Barbara Ehrenreich

Book:WORST YEARS OF OUR LIVES
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WORST YEARS OF OUR LIVES

This novel delves into the personal struggles and societal challenges faced by its characters during a time of great upheaval and change. more

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Barbara Ehrenreich
Barbara Ehrenreich

Barbara Ehrenreich is an American political figure born on August 26, 1941. She is known for her activities in labor movements, social justice, and gender equality. more

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