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“Who does ever get what they want? It doesn’t seem to happen to many of us if any at all. It’s always two people bumping against each other blindly, acting out old ideas and dreams and mistaken understandings.”

Quote by Kent Haruf

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Our Souls at Night

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Kent Haruf
Kent Haruf

Kent Haruf was an American novelist known for his vivid portrayal of rural life in the American Midwest. His works delve into the complexities of human nature and the diversity of society, earning him a dedicated following among readers. more

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