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Some of the most beautiful writing I've ever read. Tragic, comic, realistic, poetic. The final essay is absolutely shattering.
Also, chocolate would be hard to get. (after his sister was born)
When we came back with our treasure, Mother informed us that we were required to participate in an evening family walk. (Bowie's "Low", in Italy)
Then everyone would retreat for a nap, after which we would have coffee and cake, sometimes an argument.
"We send him to Ethiopia," the bad cop said, "and this is ho ...more
Also, chocolate would be hard to get. (after his sister was born)
When we came back with our treasure, Mother informed us that we were required to participate in an evening family walk. (Bowie's "Low", in Italy)
Then everyone would retreat for a nap, after which we would have coffee and cake, sometimes an argument.
"We send him to Ethiopia," the bad cop said, "and this is ho ...more
Mar 08, 2013
Alisa
marked it as to-read
Dec 26, 2013
Vesra (When She Reads)
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Apr 27, 2014
Seulky
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Shree
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