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Etgar keret, author of the seven good years israeli writer etgar keret wrote his first piece of nonfiction the day his son was born. The seven good years begins with an account of the birth of his son, and. Ozs between friends won the 20 national jewish book award for fiction. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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Etgar keret author of the bus driver who wanted to be god. Further information the seven good years is published by scribe. A brilliant, lifeaffirming, and hilarious memoir from a genius the new york times and master storyteller. Keret the seven good years balances gravitas and drollery in this collection of 23 pieces.