“A best-seller was a book which somehow sold well because it was selling well.”
Quote by Daniel J. Boorstin
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Daniel J. Boorstin
Daniel J. Boorstin was an influential American historian known for his research on historical writing and public knowledge. His work emphasized the connection between history and contemporary life, as well as the role of historians in shaping public consciousness. more
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