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“A home is not a museum. It doesn't have to be furnished with Picasso paintings, or Sheraton suites, or Oriental rugs, or Chinese pottery. But it does have to be furnished with things that mean something to you.”

Quote by James M. Cain

Book:Mildred Pierce

Work

Mildred Pierce is a classic American novel that delves into the complexities of a woman's life, focusing on her struggle to provide for her daughter and her own desires. The story is set in the 1940s and captures the societal and economic changes of the time. more

Author

James M. Cain was an American author known for his crime novels and noir fiction. His works, often featuring hard-boiled detectives, had a profound impact on 20th-century American literature. more

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