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Tales of the city ; More tales of the city ; Further tales of the city: an omnibus

This omnibus brings together three volumes of short stories, each exploring the complexities and nuances of urban life. more

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Armistead Maupin
Armistead Maupin

Armistead Maupin is an American writer renowned for his detailed portrayal of the gay community's life. His most famous work is the 'The Tales of the City' series, which uses fictional narratives to depict the social changes and characters' fates in San Francisco from the 1970s to the 1990s. more

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