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“She wonders if you can feel nostalgic for something before it's in the past, she wonders if perhaps her vocabulary is too small or if her chemical intake has corroded it and the music goes doowoah doowoah.”

Quote by Jon McGregor

Book:If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things

Work

If Nobody Speaks of Remarkable Things

This book delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, set against the backdrop of significant life events and personal milestones. more

Author

Jon McGregor is a British novelist born in Scotland in 1976. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound depiction of local culture. more

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