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FICTION
The B.A.R. Man
When there’s nothing else, a little violence goes a long way
December
1
1957
RICHARD YATES
Eugene Karlin
The B.A.R. Man
RICHARD YATES
December
1
1957
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FICTION
The B.A.R. Man
When there’s nothing else, a little violence goes a long way
December
1
1957
RICHARD YATES
Eugene Karlin
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