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Generation X

Douglas Coupland · 1991 · Book

A sharp, darkly comic exploration of young adulthood in the early nineties, told through interconnected stories and cultural observations. Perfect for readers seeking witty social commentary wrapped in fractured, unconventional storytelling.

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