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“Perhaps teenagers don't interest me as much as children do since I still feel (even at 58) to be a fairly adolescent personality, especially in my enthusiasms, and I find myself an uninteresting fictional character.”

Quote by Scott Bradfield

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Scott Bradfield

Scott Bradfield, born on April 27, 1955, is an accomplished essayist. His works are renowned for their profound insights and unique style, covering a wide range of themes including human nature, social, and political issues. more

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