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“The person who controls history controls their fate. The man who can tell you what happened, or did not happen, is lord and master of all he surveys.”

Quote by Walter Mosley

Book:John Woman

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Walter Mosley is an American novelist, best known for his detective novel series featuring Easy Rawlins. His works blend literary value with social commentary, earning him a wide readership. more

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