“Books did not need to be beautiful back in the Fifties, because nothing else was beautiful back then. Books were simply there: you read them because they were diverting or illuminating or in some way useful but not because the books themselves were aesthetically appealing.”
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Joe Queenan
Joe Queenan is a journalist known for his wit and sharp commentary on popular culture. Born on November 3, 1950, he has made a name for himself with his distinctive voice and insightful analysis of the media landscape. more
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