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“I'd given up everything to be a writer, and if I didn't then go on to do that - to write - then I didn't know what would happen to me.”

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James Salter
James Salter

James Salter, born on June 10, 1925, was an influential American novelist known for his concise and profound writing style. His works, which cover themes such as love, war, and human nature, are considered classics of American literature. Salter's notable works include 'Last Summer' and 'Alaska'. more

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