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“I want to write for history, not for the moment.”

Quote by David Maraniss

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David Maraniss is an American journalist renowned for his in-depth investigative reporting and biographical writing. Born in 1949, he graduated from Harvard University and has worked for prominent media outlets such as The Washington Post and Sports Illustrated. Maraniss's work is known for its thorough research and vivid narrative style, and his biographies have won numerous awards. more

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