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Quote by George V. Higgins

“You cannot write well without data.”

Quote by George V. Higgins

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George V. Higgins

George V. Higgins was an American author known for his novels that focused on the criminal world of Boston. His works, often set in the city's underworld, have been highly appreciated by readers. more

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