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“Shabby”

Posted on July 18, 2017 by Abigail

“Shabby” Not so long ago, I reported here, in nearly ecstatic style, that a highly suitable publisher was expressing the kind of interest in my recently-completed book, Confessions of a Young Philosopher, that was really promising. Then, instead of going … Continue reading →

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“The Completed ‘Confessions of a Young Philosopher'”

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Abigail

“The Completed ‘Confessions of a Young Philosopher’” Last Sunday, I finished a life work. I mean, finished it to my satisfaction. It’s done – as I always hoped it could be. Some years back, I had published an earlier version … Continue reading →

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