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Memories of my melancholy whores / Gabriel García Márquez ; translated by Edith Grossman

On his ninetieth birthday, an elderly Colombian journalist experiences an unexpected emotional awakening after seeking an encounter with a young virgin. The narrative follows his reflections on past relationships and the transformative impact of late-life love.

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