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“I have been portrayed by actors in three television documentaries, two plays, one musical and a film. It's no fun watching yourself being traduced and imitated by an actor.”

Quote by Felix Dennis

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Felix Dennis is a British poet born in 1947. His poetry is known for its unique style and profound emotional expression, which has won him a wide audience. more

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