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“I tried being a mechanic and I tried catering, but I realized I had even less aptitude for semi-skilled labour than for academic work.”

Quote by Toby Young

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Toby Young is a British journalist born on October 17, 1963. He is known for his in-depth reporting on political and social issues and served as an editor at The Spectator magazine. Young's writing style is sharp, often critical of the British political and social landscape. more

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