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Quote by Edith Pearlman

“It's very important for a writer to be unnoticed, as quiet and unnoticed as possible.”

Quote by Edith Pearlman

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Edith Pearlman, born on June 26, 1936, is an accomplished American short story writer. Her works are renowned for their profound psychological insights and delicate portrayals of everyday life. Pearlman has received numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for her short story collection 'Binocular Vision'. more

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