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“I learned how to stop crying. I learned how to hide inside of myself. I learned how to be somebody else. I learned how to be cold and numb.”

Quote by Sherman Alexie

Book:Flight: A Novel

Work

Flight: A Novel

This novel takes readers on an emotional journey as the protagonist navigates the complexities of life and the skies, reflecting on themes of forgiveness, self-discovery, and the human spirit. more

Author

Sherman Alexie is an American poet, writer, and actor, known for his works that reflect the life of Native Americans. He was born on October 7, 1966, and grew up in the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation in Rainier, Washington. more

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