“In America, the race goes to the loud, the solemn, the hustler. If you think you're a great writer, you must say that you are.”
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Conversations with Gore Vidal
Conversations with Gore Vidal is a compilation of in-depth discussions with the celebrated author, providing a comprehensive look at his perspectives on a wide range of topics. The interviews delve into Vidal's views on American history, literature, and contemporary politics, offering readers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the country's most influential thinkers. more
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Gore Vidal
American writer, playwright, screenwriter, and critic. Known for his sharp political satire and profound historical insight, Vidal's work spans a variety of genres including novels, plays, screenplays, and criticism. more
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