"There's always a period of curious fear between the first sweet-smelling breeze and the time when the rain comes cracking down."
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Quotes by Don DeLillo
Don DeLillo, born on November 20, 1936, in Bronx, New York, is a seminal figure in contemporary American literature. Renowned for his incisive exploration of postmodern themes, DeLillo's works delve into the complexities of modern life, technology, and media. His acclaimed novels, including "White Noise," "Libra," and "Underworld," have earned him numerous awards, including the National Book Award and the PEN/Saul Bellow Award for Achievement in American Fiction. DeLillo's legacy is one of profound cultural critique and literary innovation, shaping the landscape of American fiction.
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"It's no accident that my first novel was called Americana. This was a private declaration of independence, a statement of my intention to use the whole picture, the whole culture."
Don DeLillo"People who are in power make their arrangements in secret, largely as a way of maintaining and furthering that power."
Don DeLillo"I saw a photograph of a wedding conducted by Reverend Moon of the Unification Church. I wanted to understand this event, and the only way to understand it was to write about it."
Don DeLillo