“My platitudes don't hold their interest and I can hardly blame them for that. My real stories are all out of date. So what if I can speak firsthand about the Spanish flu, the advent of the automobile, world wars, cold wars, guerrilla wars, and Sputnik — that's all ancient history now. But what else do I have to offer? Nothing happens to me anymore. That's the reality of getting old, and I guess that's really the crux of the matter. I'm not ready to be old yet.”
Quote by Sara Gruen
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Sara Gruen
Sara Gruen is an American author born in Canada in 1969. Her works are known for their themes of animal emotions and intricate character development, with notable titles including 'Water for Elephants' and 'Fly Away Home'. Her books have been highly acclaimed by readers and have won numerous literary awards. more
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