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“Small world, right? Although in truth it seems to me that it's not the world that's small, only our time in it.”

Quote by Alice McDermott

Book:Absolution

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Alice McDermott

Alice McDermott is an American author renowned for her delicate emotional descriptions and profound character portrayals. Her works often focus on the lives of ordinary people, exploring themes such as family, faith, and identity. Born on June 27, 1953, in New York. more

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