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Brendan Gill
Brendan Gill

Brendan Gill, born on October 4, 1914, and died on December 27, 1997, was a renowned literary critic and editor. His contributions to the literary world were primarily in the field of literary criticism and editorial work, particularly for The New Yorker magazine, where he was known for his editorial work. more

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