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“I have to have a meaning in my life. If I roam around without some meaning in my life, I'm in deep and serious trouble. I can't, I just can't exist.”

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Hubert Selby, Jr.
Hubert Selby, Jr.

Hubert Selby, Jr. was an influential American writer known for his controversial and groundbreaking works. His most notable novel, 'Last Exit to Brooklyn,' was published in 1964 and is considered a classic of American literature. Selby's writing often delved into the darker aspects of human nature, exploring themes of violence, addiction, and the struggles of the underclass. He passed away on April 26, 2004. more

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