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“What someone doesn't want you to publish is journalism; all else is publicity.”

Quote by Paul Fussell

Book:Thank God for the Atom Bomb, and Other Essays

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Thank God for the Atom Bomb, and Other Essays

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of subjects, with a significant emphasis on the atomic bomb and its profound effects on society and history. more

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Paul Fussell was an American historian renowned for his profound insights into 20th-century American society and culture. His works explored American military history, consumerism, and the changes in post-war American life. more

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