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Quote by John Fante

“Ah, Los Angeles! Dust and fog of your lonely streets, I am no longer lonely. Just you wait, all of you ghosts of this room, just you wait, because it will happen, as sure as there's a God in heaven.”

Quote by John Fante

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John Fante was an American novelist known for his works that depicted the lives of the underclass in Los Angeles. His writing often focused on the experiences of Italian-Americans, particularly his own family background. Fante's notable works include 'Artists in the Family' and 'Waiting for Henry'. more

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