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Quote by Allan Gurganus

“Writing means being a fascinated slave to current events.”

Quote by Allan Gurganus

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Allan Gurganus is an American novelist born on June 11, 1947. His works are known for their delicate emotional portrayal and profound social insight, focusing mainly on the life and culture of the American South. more

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