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Quote by Erica Jong

“There is no loneliness like the loneliness of a dead marriage.”

Quote by Erica Jong

Book:how to save your own life

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how to save your own life

This book delves into various aspects of self-help, including mental health, emotional well-being, and life skills, aiming to empower readers to take control of their own lives and make positive changes. more

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Erica Jong is a renowned American author, born on March 26, 1942. Her works, focusing on female perspectives and sexual liberation, have gained widespread popularity. Her representative works include 'How to Be a Woman'. more

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