"A good education should leave much to be desired."
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About Alice McDermott
Alice McDermott is an American writer known for her insightful and deeply moving novels that explore themes of family, identity, and memory. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, and has received numerous awards for her work, including the National Book Award for Fiction. McDermott's writing is characterized by its lyrical prose and keen observations of the human experience, earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated readership.
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