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I really tried, but istening to this book is impossible. I want to appreciate the voices, the story, but I can't get past the format. Like wading through footnotes. Is it possible to ignore the format when you READ it? About to throw in the towel and get a refund.

Rita Komendant Man-o-man, reviews from a lot of up tight people (control freaks?).What is wrong with reading something different? Ever try Virginia Woolf's Waves? Re…moreMan-o-man, reviews from a lot of up tight people (control freaks?).What is wrong with reading something different? Ever try Virginia Woolf's Waves? Reee-lax and just roll with it. Can you imagine the research for all these cites? everyone's version of what the moon was doing the party night . . . hilarious. I don't think I would like to stand next to you at MOMA while you disseminate a Barnett Newman or Rothco. :D(less)

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