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“New Yorkers have a delightfully narcissistic habit of assuming that if they're not conscious of a scene, it doesn't exist.”

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Sloane Crosley
Sloane Crosley

Sloane Crosley is an American writer born on August 3, 1978. Her works are known for their humor and unique perspective, mainly focusing on personal experiences and everyday life. more

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Book:The Rambler: A Periodical Paper, Published in 1750, 1751, 1752
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