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“Maybe you're just wandering around out here with your thumb up your ass, waiting for some answer that might let you off the hook.”

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Book:In Paradise

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Peter Matthiessen

Peter Matthiessen was an American novelist and naturalist, renowned for his works that seamlessly integrate fiction and non-fiction. His writing frequently delved into environmental themes and the human connection with nature. Born on May 22, 1927, he passed away on April 5, 2014. more

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