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“The received image of a writer is that of an unproductive sensitive who suffers from the vapors, is enslaved by his gonads, falls victim to romantic swoons and passes out at deadlines.”

Quote by George V. Higgins

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George V. Higgins

George V. Higgins was an American author known for his novels that focused on the criminal world of Boston. His works, often set in the city's underworld, have been highly appreciated by readers. more

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