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“Time could heal, but it wouldn't make wrongs go away. Time came back like a reminder. Time folded with memory. In a moment, everything could fold itself up, and time stand still.”

Quote by Karen Tei Yamashita

Book:Tropic of Orange
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Tropic of Orange

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Karen Tei Yamashita
Karen Tei Yamashita

Karen Tei Yamashita is an American writer known for her unique identity and life experiences. Born on January 8, 1951, she is of Japanese descent and her works often focus on issues of race, gender, and identity. more

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