“As we passed he returned grimly to his task, though his arthritic hands could hardly close around the stick. There was something almost regal about him, I thought; a defiance I admired. He was a holdout who refused to give up his post. The last watchmen at the end of the world.”
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Ransom Riggs
Ransom Riggs is an American writer known for his unique literary style and modern interpretations of classic stories. Born in 1980, he graduated from Stanford University with a major in English literature. Riggs' works often blend fantasy, suspense, and literary elements, enjoying great popularity among readers. more
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