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“I get a letter once a week from my mama. She say everything fine at home.. I write her back too, when I can, but what I'm gonna tell her that won't start her bawling again? So I just say we is having a nice time and everybody treating us fine.”

Quote by Winston Groom

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Forrest Gump

Forrest Gump is a novel that spans several decades, chronicling the life of its title character, a man with an IQ of 75. Despite his limitations, Forrest navigates significant historical events, forms unexpected friendships, and achieves remarkable feats. The story explores themes of love, friendship, and the American Dream. more

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Winston Groom
Winston Groom

Winston Groom is an American novelist best known for his work 'Forrest Gump', which was later adapted into a highly successful film. Born on March 23, 1944, Groom's writing often explores history and human nature with humor and satire. more

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