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"A writer begins keeping a notebook of handwriting exercises hoping that, if he is able to improve his penmanship, his c... (more)

"A writer begins keeping a notebook of handwriting exercises hoping that, if he is able to improve his penmanship, his character will improve too. What begins as a mere physical exercise is filled involuntarily with reflections and anecdotes about living, writing, and the sense--or nonsense--of existence"-- (less)