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“[The doctor] peeked into the trauma room and saw the situation: the clerk - that is, me - standing next to the orderly, Georgie, both of us on drugs, looking down at a patient with a knife sticking up out of his face. 'What seems to be the trouble?' he asked.”

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Book:Jesus' Son: Stories
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Jesus' Son: Stories

This collection delves into the complex world of addiction and the struggle for redemption, narrated from the perspective of a young man known as Jesus' Son. The stories offer a raw and intimate look at the challenges faced by individuals grappling with substance abuse and the impact it has on their lives and relationships. more

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Denis Johnson
Denis Johnson

Denis Johnson is an American writer born on July 1, 1949. His works are known for their profound psychological insights and unique narrative style, having won numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize. more

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