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“It seems that fiction no longer produces work that makes one feel the human condition deeply.”

Quote by Vivian Gornick

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Vivian Gornick, born on June 14, 1935, is an American literary critic and writer known for her profound social insights and delicate portrayal of the female experience. more

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