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“The artist, viewing his fellows through his personal vision, has through the ages attempted to portray what he sees and to present his understanding of it. Censorship in his case has perpetrated heavy and sometimes reprehensible blunders.”

Quote by Hollis Alpert

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Hollis Alpert was a renowned author whose works spanned various genres, including novels, biographies, and children's literature. His writing career began in the 1930s, and over the following decades, he achieved significant success. Alpert was known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. more

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