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“I can go years thinking that it seems impossible that I will ever satisfy that appetite again and then it is easy to satisfy and no one notices or cares, nor does it make me happy, when loneliness surrounds me like water I've already drowned in without dying.”

Quote by Francisco Goldman

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The Divine Husband

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Francisco Goldman
Francisco Goldman

Francisco Goldman is an American novelist known for his profound insights into Latin American political and social issues. His works often blend literary value with political commentary, earning him praise from readers and critics alike. more

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