“I don't think life is absurd. I think we are all here for a huge purpose. I think we shrink from the immensity of the purpose we are here for.”
Quote by Norman Mailer
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Norman Mailer
Norman Mailer was an American novelist, journalist, and essayist renowned for his daring and innovative writing. His works frequently examined the human condition, focusing on the roles of power and violence in society. Mailer's most celebrated novel, 'The Naked and the Dead', was published in 1948 and is regarded as a classic of American literature. He was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his novel 'The Armies of the Night' in 1968. Mailer's writing style was marked by its vivid descriptions and his readiness to address controversial subjects. more
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