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“I studied him and realized that madness is the last defence of the mind when it can't hope to reconcile itself with events; I too was standing between routine and the unknowable.”

Quote by Derek Raymond

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How the Dead Live

This book presents a narrative centered on a protagonist who has died and continues to exist in a liminal state, observing the living world. The story delves into how the dead perceive time, relationships, and their own past, blending elements of dark humor and philosophical reflection. It examines the lingering connections between the living and the dead, and the ways in which memory shapes identity beyond death. more

Author

Derek Raymond
Derek Raymond

Derek Raymond, a British writer born on June 12, 1931, and died on July 30, 1994, is renowned for his crime novels. His unique style and deep insight into the psychology of crime have earned him a dedicated following. more

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