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They Came Like Swallows

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by William Maxwell

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Is this a clean book in terms of context and content?
Jane I don't see how anyone could reasonably find this amoral. It is about a family and is uplifting. It is a tale told sensitively. I only learned lately …moreI don't see how anyone could reasonably find this amoral. It is about a family and is uplifting. It is a tale told sensitively. I only learned lately on my second read that it is semi-autobiographical. (less)
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