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Lake wobegon days was published in 1985 and written by garrison keillor. The new york times a comic anatomy of what is small and ordinary and therefore potentially profound and universal in. Often funny, sometimes sad, his detailed reminiscences of lake wobegon captured the publics imagination when it was first broadcast on bbc radio 4. Lake wobegon days by garrison keillor is a contemporary classic filled with warmth and humour, sadness and tenderness, and an unforgettable portrait of smalltown america. Lake wobegon days ebook written by garrison keillor. Lake wobegon days by garrison keillor, mike lynch, paperback. Complete summary of garrison keillors lake wobegon days. Lake wobegon loyalty days by garrison keillor overdrive.
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