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“Are there, as science fiction and Gnostic speculation imply, different species of time in the same world, 'good time' and enveloping folds of inhuman time, in which men fall into the slow hands of the living damnation?”

Book:Sophie’s Choice

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Sophie’s Choice

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William Styron

William Styron was an American novelist known for his profound psychological insights and his depiction of Southern American life. His works often explore themes of race, class, and identity, with his novel 'Sophie's Choice' being particularly acclaimed for its nuanced portrayal of depression. more

“Butch was quiet for a time. Then he said, "I think that's why I like Jane." "huh?" "When you look at her? You actually see her, and when's the last time that's happened for you?" V geared himself up, then stared hard into Butch's eyes. "I saw you. even though it was wrong. I saw you." Shit, he sounded sad. Sad and...lonely. Which made him want to change the subject.”

V Lover Unbound Butch Vishous

Book:Lover Unbound

Source: Lover Unbound

“The angel popped his already mile high collar. "She said she wanted the holiest thing in the house to do it." "She got holey, all right," somebody muttered. "Is that Butche's Bible?" V asked. The angel flashed the goods. "Yup, and his BoC, he called it? I also got a sermon I did myself." "Saints preserve us," came from the opposite side of the crowd. "Wait, Wait, Wait." V waved his hand rolled around. "I'm the son of a deity and she picked you?”

Vishous J R Ward Lassiter V Theking

Book:The King

Source: The King

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