“It is not hard to live through a day, if you can live through a moment. What creates despair is the imagination, which pretends there is a future, and insists on predicting millions of moments, thousands of days, and so drains you that you cannot live the moment at hand.”
Quote by Andre Dubus
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The Times Are Never So Bad: A Novella and Eight Short Stories
This book is a compilation of a novella and eight short stories, each contributing to a diverse tapestry of themes and storytelling. The novella and short stories within are designed to engage readers with a range of literary styles and content. more
Author
Andre Dubus
Andre Dubus is an American novelist known for his profound emotional portrayal and realistic style. His works often focus on the inner world of ordinary people and their interpersonal relationships, particularly skilled at depicting conflicts and resolutions within families and intimate relationships. more
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