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Quote by Jim Harrison

“One of the curious effects of a bad hangover is that you think you're wrong whether you are or not. Not wrong in particulars, but wrong in general, wrong about everything.”

Quote by Jim Harrison

Work

Sundog is a work of fiction that takes readers on a journey through an enigmatic world, where the protagonist embarks on a quest that challenges their understanding of themselves and the world around them. more

Author

Jim Harrison was an American author born on December 11, 1937, and passed away on March 26, 2016. Known for his poetry, novels, and essays, his works have been widely appreciated by readers. more

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