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“Nonfiction, for the most part, is facts, and it's "how I was mistreated. I was mistreated. Were you mistreated? Weren't we all mistreated?"”

Quote by Frederick Busch

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Frederick Busch

Frederick Busch was an American writer known for his novels and plays. His works often explore themes of family, love, and moral dilemmas, earning him acclaim from readers and critics alike. more

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