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“Literature is always best when it is celebrating its subjects darkly. ... And because it is often by describing the thing lost - a family, a moment of happiness, a child, a father - that we understand the full weight of what we had.”

Quote by Bill Buford

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Bill Buford
Bill Buford

Bill Buford, born in 1954, is a renowned American author whose works span various fields, including food, literature, and travel. He is known for his profound insights into food and culture, and his books have received widespread acclaim for their in-depth research and vivid storytelling. more

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