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Quote by Sam Lipsyte

“Why do you think posers pose? Because they want to be invited to the dominion of the real. And they know their very desire for it disqualifies them.”

Quote by Sam Lipsyte

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The Fun Parts

This book compiles a series of short narratives that delve into the complexities and nuances of human life, offering readers a glimpse into diverse perspectives and emotions. more

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Sam Lipsyte
Sam Lipsyte

Sam Lipsyte, born in 1968, is an American novelist known for his satirical and darkly humorous writing, which primarily explores the absurdity and hypocrisy of modern urban life. more

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