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Quote by William Faulkner

“I'd have wasted a lot of time and trouble before I learned that the best way to take all people, black or white, is to take them for what they think they are, then leave them alone.”

Quote by William Faulkner

Book:FAULKNER READER

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FAULKNER READER

This reader includes a selection of short stories, essays, and excerpts from Faulkner's novels, providing a comprehensive overview of his writing and the complexities of his narrative techniques. more

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William Faulkner

William Faulkner, an American writer born on September 25, 1897, and died on July 6, 1962. Known for his unique narrative techniques and profound descriptions of Southern society and history, Faulkner is considered one of the great novelists of the 20th century. more

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