“Years ago, manhood was an opportunity for achievement, and now it is a problem to be overcome.”
Book:Lake Wobegon Days
Quote by Garrison Keillor
Work
Lake Wobegon Days
This book is a compilation of short stories that celebrate the charm and quirks of life in Lake Wobegon, a fictional town in Minnesota. The stories offer a warm and humorous look at the people and events that shape the community, reflecting the author's deep affection for small-town America. more
Author
Garrison Keillor
English biography, 120-180 words more
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