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“I think it's just as likely that someone could say that this place, right here, is heaven, hell and earth all at the same time. And we still wouldn't know what to do differently. Everyone just muddles through, trying not to make too many mistakes [...] Half the time we walk around in love with the idea of a thing instead of the reality of it. But sometimes things don't turn out that way. You have to pay attention to what's real, what's in the world. Not some imaginary alternative, as if it's a choice we could make.”

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The Story of Edgar Sawtelle

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David Wroblewski
David Wroblewski

David Wroblewski is an American novelist known for his distinctive narrative style and profound character development. His works often explore themes of family, identity, and growth. more

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