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“Life, like the boring drunk at the office party, keeps seeking you out, leaning on you, killing you with pointless yarns and laughing bad-breathed in your face at its own unfunny jokes.”

Quote by Glen Duncan

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Glen Duncan, born in 1965, is a renowned author from Scotland. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound philosophical insights, spanning genres such as fantasy, horror, and literature. more

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