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“Sometimes it seems that the fate of the world is decided entirely in the ether of electronic communications and corporate backroom deals.”

Quote by Rebecca Solnit

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Rebecca Solnit is an American writer known for her works on environmental, cultural, political, and social issues. Her writing spans a wide range of topics, including nature, travel, gender, and power. Her books include 'Wanderlust', 'A Field Guide to Getting Lost', and 'The Faraway Nearby'. more

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