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“Fiction that responds to recent world events is a hostage to fortune because all momentous events look very different a year, two years, three years later.”

Quote by Mark Haddon

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Mark Haddon is a renowned British novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound psychological insights. His works often explore complex human nature and social issues from a child's perspective. Born on September 26, 1962, in the United Kingdom, his debut novel 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' was published in 2003 and received widespread acclaim. more

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