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“That was the man's real trouble, not the savage and uncanny civilizations he encountered--he kept forgetting what he had.”

Quote by Colson Whitehead

Book:The Underground Railroad

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The Underground Railroad

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Colson Whitehead

Colson Whitehead is an American novelist known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into historical themes. His works cover a range of topics from slavery to modern urban life, with his 'New York Trilogy' and 'The Underground Railroad' being particularly notable. more

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