“I make my share of mistakes, but one I never make is to underestimate the power of things. People imbued from childhood with the myth of the primacy of feeling seldom like to admit they really want things as much as they might want love, but my career has convinced me that plenty of them do. And some want things a lot worse than they want love.”
Quote by Larry McMurtry
Work
Cadillac Jack: A Novel
Cadillac Jack delves into the life of a charismatic yet flawed protagonist, navigating the tumultuous era of prohibition and organized crime. The story unfolds with a rich tapestry of historical detail and complex characters, offering a compelling narrative that intertwines personal ambition with the broader social context of the time. more
Author
Larry McMurtry
American novelist known for his profound portrayal of life in the American Southwest. His works, including 'Lolita' and 'The Lonesome Dove', have won numerous Pulitzer Prizes. more
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