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“My mother didn't raise me to be a critic, but I seem to have become one anyway.”

Quote by John Updike

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John Updike was an American novelist known for his profound insights into middle-class life and his delicate narrative skills. His works spanned a wide range of genres from short stories to novels, including the classic 'Rabbit, Run' series and 'The Centaur'. more

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