The books I write often feel like the books I wanted to rea… - Rebecca Solnit

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The books I write often feel like the books I wanted to read, but they didn't exist, so I brought them into being.

Rebecca Solnit

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Rebecca Solnit (born June 24, 1961) is an American writer. She has written on a variety of subjects, including feminism, the environment, politics, place, and art.

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The books I write often feel like the books I wanted to read, but they didn't exist, so I brought them into being. - Rebecca Solnit

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