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“The sentences I write have their roots in song and poetry, and take their bearings from music and painting, as much as from the need to impart mere information, or mirror anything. I am not a realist writer, even if I seem like one.”

Quote by Colm Toibin

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Colm Toibin is an Irish novelist known for his profound psychological portraits and insightful exploration of Irish history and culture. His works often focus on individual identity, family relationships, and social changes, earning him critical acclaim and popularity among readers. more

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