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“If a man isn't willing to take some risk for his opinions, either his opinions are no good or he's no good.”

Quote by Ezra Pound

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Ezra Pound was an American poet, literary critic, and economist. Born on October 30, 1885, and passing away on November 1, 1972, he is regarded as one of the most influential poets of the 20th century. Known for his work in the Imagist movement and his extensive contributions to literature, Pound played a pivotal role in shaping modern poetry. more

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