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“The essayist has to follow a certain intellectual pattern. The novelist has the advantage of using fantasy, of being subjective.”

Quote by Manuel Puig

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Manuel Puig, born on December 28, 1932, and died on July 22, 1990, was a renowned Argentine author. His works are known for their unique narrative style and profound insight into the social realities of Latin America. more

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