I recently bought a collection of short novels by Marguerite Duras from my favorite used book store. Inside the front cover is this inscription:
To M—,
Because her work influences me so much, and you inspire me so much. Please read and think about me!!
Love Always,
G—
P.S. Merry Xmas XOXO
I bought the book for $3.95, so M—- couldn’t have gotten more than a buck, maybe two, for unloading it.