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“And yet, as it turns out, nothing is harder than loving human beings. In part, this is because we don't know what we want. Or, on those unlikely occasions when we do know what we want, we often don't know how to put our desire into words. Instead, a lot of the time we act like my old friend Gomer, snarling and slathering at the end of our chains, driven to fury not only by our imprisonment but also by the presence of others who appear to us to be undeservedly walking free.”

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Good Boy: My Life in Seven Dogs

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Jennifer Finney Boylan
Jennifer Finney Boylan

Jennifer Finney Boylan is an American author born on June 22, 1958. Her works cover themes such as gender identity, family, and personal growth. Boylan is known for her profound self-reflection and unique narrative style. Her memoir 'She's Not There' gained widespread attention for its account of her journey from male to female. more

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