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“It's only now that I realize that behaviour always has a context and precedents, it's what you do rather than what you are, although we often never recognise that context or understand what these precedents are.”

Quote by Irvine Welsh

Work

Marabou Stork Nightmares

This book is a contemplative work that delves into the complexities of human existence, using the author's encounters with Marabou storks as a metaphorical device to explore deeper philosophical and existential questions. more

Author

Irvine Welsh
Irvine Welsh

Scottish novelist known for his novel 'Trainspotting', which depicted the drug culture in Edinburgh, Scotland. Welsh's works are characterized by a realistic style and delve into social issues. more

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