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“All I do know, for certain, after 53 years in this business, is that writers who sincerely think that their language can represent reality ought to be plumbers.”

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Gilbert Sorrentino
Gilbert Sorrentino

Gilbert Sorrentino was an American novelist known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into American society. His works are characterized by satire and black humor, exploring the relationship between individuals and society, moral dilemmas, and the complexities of human nature. more

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