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“Ah, children, pity level-crossing keepers, pity lock-keepers - pity lighthouse-keepers - pity all the keepers of this world (pity even school teachers), caught between their conscience and the bleak horizon.”

Quote by Graham Swift

Book:Waterland
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Waterland

In Waterland, the reader is transported to an era defined by social customs and personal struggles. The story delves into the lives of characters who navigate the challenges of their time, intertwining their fates in a tapestry of romance and betrayal. more

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Graham Swift
Graham Swift

Graham Swift is a renowned British screenwriter known for his profound psychological portrayals and unique narrative style. His works often delve into the relationship between personal memory and history, as well as profound insights into modern society. more

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