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“Mystery fiction is, after all, a substitute for tranquilizers, strong drink, and bad, if diverting, companions. One slips into bed ... onto the train ... into the chair in the sickroom ... and is suddenly transported to a place where light fights dark and wins. When the story's over, one is left without a hangover, without remorse. Can any other opiate make that claim?”

Quote by Mary Cantwell

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Mary Cantwell (1930-2000) was an accomplished American journalist known for her in-depth investigative reporting and keen insight into social issues. Throughout her career, she worked for several prominent media outlets, including The New York Times and The Washington Post, covering a wide range of topics from politics to social issues and environmental protection. Cantwell's work has earned her numerous journalism awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, and is considered to have had a profound impact on both the news industry and society. more

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