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“No, I mean I'm sorry that you've inherited such a miserable, collapsing Old Country. A place where rich Bankers own everything, where you've got to be grateful for a part-time job with no benefits and no retirement plan, where the most health insurance you can afford is being careful and hoping you don't get sick, where --”

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Book:Homeland
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Homeland

In this intense novel, a complex web of espionage and political intrigue unfolds, centering on a protagonist navigating a treacherous world of secrets and danger. more

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Cory Doctorow
Cory Doctorow

Cory Doctorow, born on July 17, 1971, is a renowned blogger. His works primarily focus on science fiction novels, and he is also an active tech and culture critic. more

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