“the gods seldom give but so quickly take.”
Quote by Charles Bukowski
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You Get So Alone at Times That it Just Makes Sense
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Charles Bukowski
Charles Bukowski, born on August 16, 1920, was an influential American poet. Known for his unique style and profound depiction of the lives of the underclass in America, he is considered one of the representatives of the Beat Generation. more
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