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“I still feel that sincerity and realism are avant-garde, or can be, just as I did when I started out.”

Quote by Edmund White

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Edmund White, an American novelist born on January 13, 1940, is known for his delicate prose and profound emotional descriptions. His works cover a wide range of themes, including homosexuality, history, and literature. more

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