“Loving someone is a loss of freedom - but one doesn't think of it as loss because one gains so much else.”
Quote by Erica Jong
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how to save your own life
This book delves into various aspects of self-help, including mental health, emotional well-being, and life skills, aiming to empower readers to take control of their own lives and make positive changes. more
Author
Erica Jong
Erica Jong is a renowned American author, born on March 26, 1942. Her works, focusing on female perspectives and sexual liberation, have gained widespread popularity. Her representative works include 'How to Be a Woman'. more
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