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“Children under, say, ten, shouldn't know that the universe is ever-expanding, inexorably pushing into the vacuum, galaxies swallowed by galaxies, whole solar systems collapsing, all of it acted out in silence. At ten we are still learning the rules of cartoon animation, that if a man draws a door on a rock only he can pass through it. Anyone else who tries will crash into the rock.”

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Nick Flynn is an American writer born on January 26, 1960. His works are inspired by personal experiences and explore themes such as family, identity, and memory. Flynn's writing style is unique, with poetic language that resonates with readers. more

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