“People do want to be young and beautiful. When they meet in the street, male or female, if they're getting older they look at each other's face a little ashamed. It's clear they want to say, Excuse me, I didn't mean to draw attention to mortality and gravity all at once. I didn't want to remind you, my dear friend, of our coming eviction, first from liveliness, then from life. To which, most of the time, the friend's eyes will courteously reply, My dear, it's nothing at all. I hardly noticed.”
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A Grace Paley Reader: Stories, Essays, and Poetry
This compilation includes a diverse array of works by Grace Paley, a renowned American writer known for her poignant storytelling and insightful reflections on the complexities of everyday life. The stories, essays, and poetry within this reader offer a glimpse into the author's unique perspective on family dynamics, community relationships, and the human condition. more
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