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“There's always someone bigger and badder than yourself”

Quote by Thom Jones

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Thom Jones, born on January 26, 1945, was an American writer renowned for his profound literary insight and unique narrative style. His works are characterized by deep character development and a distinctive storytelling approach. more

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