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“It is in [the] process of making something... that the creator contacts a concrete reality outside his subjective life and moves into the realm of the transcendent.”

Quote by Joseph C Zinker

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Joseph C Zinker

Joseph C. Zinker is an American author born in 1932. His works span various genres, including novels, poetry, and literary criticism. Zinker is known for his unique literary style and profound insights into social issues. more

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