“Even after several hospitalizations for alcohol and drug-related nervous breakdowns, poet Edna St. Vincent Millay defined sobriety as restricting her daily intake of liquor to a liter and a half of wine.”
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Judith Thurman
Judith Thurman is an American writer renowned for her insightful portrayals of celebrity lives and her sharp analytical skills in literature. Her works span a wide range of genres from novels to biographies, and are celebrated for their unique narrative style and rich historical context. more
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