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This compelling book offers a profound look at modern life, illuminated by Gass's trademark attention to detail and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you explore Ewan Gass’s collection, you'll find that his books are not merely stories but profound experiences that resonate with readers long after the final page is turned. Dive into his world to experience the transformative power of fiction that challenges the mind and touches the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"clinical-intimacy-by-ewan-gass-9781804992562","title":"Clinical Intimacy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTold through a dozen distinct voices circling around an elusive man known only as 'S', this is a book that asks if we are the story we tell about ourselves, or the tales others narrate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA truly original literary mystery . . . A humane work that really seeks to understand... 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