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“Gonzaga was the kind of place you’d not even think about loving until you’d left it for a couple of years.”

Quote by Pat Conroy

Book:My Losing Season: A Memoir

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My Losing Season: A Memoir

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Pat Conroy was a renowned American author, born on October 26, 1945, and passed away on March 4, 2016. His works are known for their deep character portrayals and vivid Southern backgrounds, with notable titles including 'The Water Is Wide' and 'The Great Santini'. more

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