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"Getting a Life" gathers Helen Simpson’s engaging short stories into a single volume that captures the subtleties of everyday social interaction. The tales explore the ironies and nuances of manners, customs, and the genuine human moments that shape daily life. Through deft humor and keen observation, Simpson invites readers to reflect on the rituals of modern domestic existence.
First publish date: June 12, 2001
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Helen Simpson
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**NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION**
Serving Size:
192 pages, plus cover
Number of servings: 1
Contains less than 2%
of the minimum U.S. RDA of
niacin and riboflavin.
Contains 100% of your daily
fiber requirement
(served with whole milk).
**INGREDIENTS**
PAPER, GLUE, PROCESS INKS
(CYAN, MAGENTA, BLACK,
YELLOW), CARDBOARD
(*The "J" stands
for "jenius.")
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