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“Looking back now across fifteen years I could see with great clarity the fear I had lived in, which must mean that in the interval I had succeeded in a very important undertaking: I must have made my escape from it.”

Quote by John Knowles

Book:A Separate Peace
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A Separate Peace

Herman Wouk's 'A Separate Peace' explores themes of friendship, rivalry, and the complexities of human nature through the lens of a transformative summer at an East Coast prep school. The narrative follows the lives of two boys, Gene and Finny, as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and the onset of war. more

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John Knowles
John Knowles

John Knowles was an American novelist born on September 16, 1926, and passed away on November 29, 2001. Known for his profound psychological portrayals and insights into American social issues, his works include the classic novel 'A Separate Peace'. more

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