“Some nights I need to be held. Tonight I'm a listener. So nice to lie in rumpled sheets and listen. Cover me with words.”
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Don DeLillo
Don DeLillo is an American writer born on November 20, 1936. Known for his unique literary style and profound insights into modern society, his works often explore the impacts of technology, consumerism, and globalization. more
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