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“It’s funny, with the two Yvonnes, the sex-infatuation part came after already knowing them quite well, adoring them and wanting to be with them in other ways. Whereas the sex-infatuations that’re male (you, Shake, the priest) leap out of nowhere, based on not knowing them at all. As if sex could provide the missing clues. Can it? In the cases of the males it’s like I felt some kind of hint of who that person was floating underneath the surface. Wanting sex to realize things I knew.”

Quote by Chris Kraus

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I Love Dick

The book is a series of letters and journal entries that delve into the complexities of human relationships and the nature of desire. It is known for its unconventional narrative style and its exploration of the author's personal experiences. more

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Chris Kraus
Chris Kraus

Chris Kraus is an American writer renowned for her experimental and feminist literature. Born in 1955, she has made substantial contributions to the literary world with her distinctive voice and style. more

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