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“As I experienced life on the island, without electricity, plumbing or telephone, I thought it was important to show that people can live as I did without dying or falling apart. I wanted people to understand that we don't need everything that our culture tells us we have to have to be satisfied.”

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Alix Kates Shulman

Alix Kates Shulman is an American writer renowned for her contributions to feminism and social issues. Born on August 17, 1932, she has made a significant impact on the literary world with her insightful and thought-provoking narratives. more

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