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“Michigan is two radically different places - the North and the South which makes for good drama and contrast.”

Quote by Jim Harrison

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Jim Harrison was an American author born on December 11, 1937, and passed away on March 26, 2016. Known for his poetry, novels, and essays, his works have been widely appreciated by readers. more

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