“I’d given him bits and pieces of my peculiar life, but colored softer and funnier than they had been. I’d painted my dad as Don Quixote in a semi, on a quest for philosophical truths and the best cup of coffee in the nation.”
Quote by Laurie Halse Anderson
Work
The Impossible Knife of Memory
This book delves into the complexities of memory and its impact on individuals, particularly in the context of trauma and personal history. more
Author
Laurie Halse Anderson
Laurie Halse Anderson is an American author known for her young adult literature. Her works often explore the challenges and growth of adolescence, and are highly appreciated by young readers. more
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