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“And rage is only for what you believe can be fixed. All the rest is grief,”

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Book:Stella Maris

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Cormac McCarthy

American novelist known for his profound literary style and rich imagination. His notable works include 'The Border Trilogy' and 'No Country for Old Men'. more

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