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“As somebody who's been writing about this subject for getting on twenty years now, it's astonishing how the climate has changed in the last five years.”

Quote by Anthony Holden

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Anthony Holden is a British writer born on May 22, 1947. His works span a variety of genres, including biography, fiction, and travel literature. Holden is known for his in-depth research and profound insights into characters. more

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