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Breakfast at Tiffany's

Book • 1956
Published in 1958, 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' is a novella by Truman Capote that follows the life of Holly Golightly, a charming and mysterious woman living in New York City.

The story is narrated by a young writer who befriends Holly and recounts their time together in the 1940s.

Holly, born Lulamae Barnes, is a country girl turned Manhattan socialite who lives by socializing with wealthy men and dreams of a secure life.

The novella explores themes of identity, friendship, and the complexities of Holly's character as she navigates her life in the city.

The book also includes three other short stories: 'House of Flowers', 'A Diamond Guitar', and 'A Christmas Memory'.

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