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“I had forgotten that, and so many things. How could I put everything down on paper? It seemed impossible. No matter what, the majority of life would be left out of this story, this sliver of a version of the life I'd known. But I tried anyway.”

Quote by Dave Eggers

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Dave Eggers is an American writer, born on March 12, 1970. He is known for his unique narrative style and his focus on social issues. His notable works include 'A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius' and 'The Time Traveler's Wife'. more

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