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“The garden of Eden was a boggy swamp just south of Croydon. You can see it over there.”

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Peter Cook
Peter Cook

Peter Cook was a British actor, screenwriter, and comedian, known for his unique sense of humor and his subversive approach to traditional comedy. His career began in the 1950s, and he had a profound impact on the British comedy scene. more

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