“The writer operates at a peculiar crossroads where time and place and eternity somehow meet. His problem is to find that location.”
Quote by Flannery O'Connor
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Mystery and Manners: Occasional Prose
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of topics, offering insights into the author's perspectives on literature, art, and personal anecdotes. more
Author
Flannery O'Connor
Flannery O'Connor was an American writer known for her unique Southern background and profound religious themes. Her works often explore moral and religious issues through satire and humor, with her novels 'Wise Blood' and 'The Violent Bear It Away' being among her most famous. more
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