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“Early in my career I was much more confident in the almost omniscient powers of a reporter, because you could find anything out and then write the definitive piece about it. And as I got older, I got much more humble about trying to learn everything, with what eludes you, especially with history.”

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David Grann is an American journalist known for his in-depth investigative reporting. Born on March 10, 1967, he graduated from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Grann's work often delves into themes such as history, law, and crime. His books 'The Lost President' and 'Killers of the Flower Moon' have received widespread acclaim. more

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