You want to read a book? That requires introspection. It requires time away from people and time away from the constant need to communicate and to connect. (Gary Shteyngart)

You want to read a book? That requires introspection. It requires time away from people and time away from the constant need to communicate and to connect.

Gary Shteyngart

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