“Reading Proust is like bathing in someone else's dirty water.”
Quote by Alexander Woollcott
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Alexander Woollcott
Alexander Woollcott was a renowned American critic, born on January 19, 1887, and died on January 23, 1943. He was known for his unique style of literary criticism and profound insights into theater, film, and literature. more
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