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“Simple was never that simple. Still, the self-questioning did take some time to reach him. And if there's anything worse than self-questioning coming too early in life, it's self-questioning coming too late.”

Quote by Philip Roth

Book:American Pastoral
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American Pastoral

American Pastoral is a novel that delves into the lives of individuals and the societal changes they experience over time. The story is set in the United States and examines the impact of idealism and innocence on characters as they navigate the complexities of adulthood and the evolving world around them. more

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Philip Roth
Philip Roth

Philip Roth (1933-2018) was one of America's most influential contemporary novelists, renowned for his profound explorations of Jewish-American identity, sexuality, politics, and the human condition. His breakthrough work, "Portnoy's Complaint" (1969), became a landmark in American literature. Roth received two National Book Awards and was a multiple-time Pulitzer Prize finalist. Over his six-decade career, he published more than 30 books that significantly shaped American fiction. He passed away in New York City on May 22, 2018, at age 85. more

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