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Quote by Jean Rhys

“Not that she objected to solitude. Quite the contrary. She had books, thank Heaven, quantities of books. All sorts of books.”

Quote by Jean Rhys

Work

In this novel, the protagonist and three other characters embark on a journey of self-discovery and introspection, confronting the complexities of their relationships and the broader societal issues surrounding them. more

Author

Jean Rhys, a British novelist born on August 24, 1890, in the Dominican Republic, and died on May 14, 1979. Her works are known for their profound psychological descriptions and exploration of the female condition, with notable titles such as 'Wide Sargasso Sea'. more

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