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“Fame turns out to be a powerful instrument of grace because it humbles its chosen victims in a hurry. You sail into it, your canvas swelled with grandiosity, and when your fifteen minutes are over and you are becalmed, you realize that grandiosity cannot take you where you need to go. Only then do you learn to row like hell, asking God for the strength to stay afloat.”

Quote by Erica Jong

Book:Fear of Fifty: A Midlife Memoir
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Fear of Fifty: A Midlife Memoir

This memoir delves into the author's experiences and emotions as they navigate the complexities of midlife, offering insights into personal growth, self-discovery, and the pursuit of fulfillment in the latter years of life. more

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Erica Jong
Erica Jong

Erica Jong is a renowned American author, born on March 26, 1942. Her works, focusing on female perspectives and sexual liberation, have gained widespread popularity. Her representative works include 'How to Be a Woman'. more

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