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“Everything was leveled, there were no extremes of joy or sorrow any more but only habit, routine, ancient family names and rites and customs, slow careful old people moving cautiously around furniture that had sat in the same positions for fifty years.”

Quote by Anne Tyler

Book:Anne Tyler: a new collection : three complete novels

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Anne Tyler: a new collection : three complete novels

Anne Tyler: a new collection brings together three of the author's novels, offering readers a comprehensive view of Tyler's literary contributions. Each novel is a testament to her skill in crafting intricate narratives and complex characters, reflecting her unique voice in contemporary fiction. more

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Anne Tyler is a renowned American contemporary novelist, born on October 25, 1941. Her works are known for their delicate psychological portrayals and unique narrative style, and she has won numerous American literary awards. more

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Book:Anne Tyler: a new collection : three complete novels

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