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“America, the Idea of: We yearned for its beer and jazz, its smoke-filled nightclubs, its Edward Hopper bars, the melancholy of rainy Manhattan Gershwin nights... the America we yearned for has gone. Did it ever exist?”

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Michael Bywater
Michael Bywater

Michael Bywater is a British writer born on May 11, 1953. His works span various literary genres, including novels, essays, and poetry. Bywater is known for his unique sense of humor and profound insights, often exploring themes of humanity and social issues in his work. more

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