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“The themes Poe used were universal and timeless. As long as the English language exists at all, we will be able to appreciate what he did. It will not age! It will not become dated!”

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John Astin, born on March 30, 1930, is a renowned American actor. He is best known for his role as Morris Drake in the television series 'The X-Files'. His career spans over half a century in the entertainment industry, during which he has appeared in numerous television shows and films. more

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