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Quote by Alice Munro

“Memory is the way we keep telling ourselves our stories - and telling other people a somewhat different version of our stories.”

Quote by Alice Munro

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Alice Munro, a renowned Canadian author, was born on July 10, 1931. She is celebrated for her short stories, known for their profound psychological insight and exquisite narrative technique. Munro's works often focus on the lives of women, particularly their roles in families and society. more

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