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“I don't judge people by their bodies. Even when I was a young girl I liked men for their minds. Now that I'm middle-aged I see how right I was.”

Quote by Jane Bowles

Book:My Sister's Hand in Mine: The Collected Works of Jane Bowles

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My Sister's Hand in Mine: The Collected Works of Jane Bowles

Comprising short stories, poetry, and personal essays, the collection reflects Bowles' exploration of complex human relationships and her distinctive narrative style. more

Author

Jane Bowles was an American writer born on February 22, 1917, and died on May 4, 1973. Her works are known for their unique narrative style and profound psychological insights, primarily focusing on short stories and plays. more

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Book:My Sister's Hand in Mine: The Collected Works of Jane Bowles

Source: My Sister's Hand in Mine: The Collected Works of Jane Bowles

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Book:My sister's hand in mine: an expanded edition of the collected works of Jane Bowles

Source: My sister's hand in mine: an expanded edition of the collected works of Jane Bowles

“I fear nomads. I am afraid of them and afraid for them too.”

Book:My sister's hand in mine: an expanded edition of the collected works of Jane Bowles

Source: My sister's hand in mine: an expanded edition of the collected works of Jane Bowles

“I feel that I have done everything, absolutely everything wrong, but perhaps something nice will happen anyway.”

Feels Done Happens Nice

Book:Out in the world: selected letters of Jane Bowles, 1935-1970

Source: Out in the world: selected letters of Jane Bowles, 1935-1970

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