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“A novel determines its own size and shape and I've never tried to stretch an idea beyond the frame and structure it seemed to require.”

Quote by Don DeLillo

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Don DeLillo is an American writer born on November 20, 1936. Known for his unique literary style and profound insights into modern society, his works often explore the impacts of technology, consumerism, and globalization. more

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