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“In order to be able to live at all in America I must be unafraid to live anywhere in it, and I must be able to live in the fashion and with whom I choose.”

Quote by Alice Walker

Book:Everyday Use

Work

This book presents a series of narratives that delve into the mundane aspects of people's lives, capturing the complexities and nuances of everyday existence. more

Author

Alice Walker is a renowned American author born on February 9, 1944. Her works are known for their profound social criticism and feminist ideas, with notable titles including 'The Color Purple' and 'Beloved'. more

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