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“Now I am . . . like anyone with a strong preference for the fly rod, totally indifferent to how large a fish I catch by comparison with other fishermen. So when a fifteen-year-old called Fred, fishing deep in midsummer with a hideous plastic worm, caught a four and a half pounder . . . I naturally felt no resentment beyond wanting to break the kid's thumbs.”

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Vance Bourjaily
Vance Bourjaily

Vance Bourjaily was an American novelist known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into human nature. His works often delve into moral and philosophical issues, enjoying widespread popularity among readers. more

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