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Buttered side down: stories

This book compiles a series of short stories that delve into a range of topics and storytelling techniques, offering readers a diverse and engaging literary experience. more

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Edna Ferber
Edna Ferber

Edna Ferber was an American novelist renowned for her rich imagination and profound social insight. Her works often feature female protagonists, exploring the status and roles of women in society. Her representative works include 'The Great Gatsby' and 'Anna Karenina'. more

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