"I never really liked cities. The countryside was much good enough for anybody."

John Fowles (1926 - 2005)
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About John Fowles

John Fowles was a renowned English novelist and essayist known for his distinctive literary style that often explored themes of existentialism and the complexities of human nature. Born in 1926 in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, Fowles studied at Oxford University and initially worked as a teacher before pursuing a career in writing. His most famous works include 'The Collector', 'The Magus', and 'The French Lieutenant's Woman', which have been widely acclaimed for their innovative narrative structures and psychological depth.

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