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“Auntie Phyl's last months in the care home were extra pieces. Age is unnecessary. Some of us, like my mother, are fortunate enough to die swiftly and suddenly, in full possession of our faculties and our fate, but more and more of us will be condemned to linger, at the mercy of anxious or indifferent relatives, careless strangers, unwanted medical interventions, increasing debility, incontinence, memory loss. We live too long, but, like the sibyl hanging in her basket in the cave at Cumae, we find it hard to die.”

Quote by Margaret Drabble

Book:The Pattern in the Carpet: A Personal History with Jigsaws

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The Pattern in the Carpet: A Personal History with Jigsaws

This book delves into the author's passion for jigsaw puzzles, offering a unique perspective on the intricate world of puzzle-solving. Through a series of personal stories and reflections, the author shares the emotional and intellectual challenges encountered while piecing together puzzles, revealing the deeper meanings and connections found within the patterns of the carpet. more

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Margaret Drabble

Margaret Drabble is a renowned British novelist known for her insightful exploration of social changes and her focus on the lives of women. Her works often delve into the relationship between individuals and society, as well as the impact of historical context on characters' fates. more

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