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“"Proper work" usually involves performing a task you hate on behalf of people you'd gleefully club to death with a bull's knee if only it were legal to do so.”

Quote by Charlie Brooker

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Charlie Brooker

Charlie Brooker is a British broadcaster, born on March 3, 1971. Known for his unique sense of humor and insightful commentary on modern society, Brooker has made significant achievements in television, online media, and publishing. more

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