“One of the nice things about our marriage, at least to my way of thinking, is that my wife and I no longer have to argue every thing through. We each know what the other will say, and so the saying becomes an unnecessary formality. No doubt some marriage counselor would explain to us that our problem is a failure to communicate, but to my way of thinking we've worked long and hard to achieve this silence, Lily's and mine, so fraught with mutual understanding.”
In this satirical work, the protagonist navigates the complexities of academia while grappling with his own existential crises and the absurdities of modern life. more
Richard Russo is an American novelist born on July 15, 1949. His works are known for their vivid portrayal of life in the American Midwest, earning him widespread acclaim for their nuanced emotions and profound social insight. more
“I don't like masterpieces having one-night stands in collectors' homes between auctions.”
“Work is my joy... Work is my therapy, I don't know anybody who loves work as much as I do.”
“A happy life is one spent in learning, earning, and yearning.”