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“I couldn't chance failing in New York yet, letting the city fail me. It was the only place I knew I belonged. If I couldn't survive there, I would have no place else to go.”

Quote by Hope Edelman

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Hope Edelman is an American author born on June 17, 1964. Her works primarily focus on women's issues, particularly discussions about motherhood and feminine identity. Edelman is known for her in-depth research and moving narratives, with her books having a wide-reaching impact among women. more

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