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“I've just begin to realize that the capacity to be interested is a luxury, you know? It gets handed down like property.”

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Book:Poor George
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Poor George

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Paula Fox
Paula Fox

Paula Fox was an American writer known for her delicate emotional descriptions and profound psychological insights. Her works often focus on female characters and their personal growth, as well as family relationships and identity. Fox's writing career spanned half a century, and her works have won numerous literary awards. more

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