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“Fields of grain, elm trees, sumac bushes, pine groves became sources rather than reflectors of light, the soft shapes of hardwood lots seemed as full of sky as the banks of cumulus clouds that floated above them.”

Quote by Jane Urquhart

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The Underpainter

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Jane Urquhart
Jane Urquhart

Jane Urquhart is a Canadian novelist known for her distinctive literary style and profound insights into history. Her works often explore the relationship between personal identity, memory, and history, as well as the spiritual landscape of Canada and its people. more

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