“Editors are extremely fallible people, all of them. Don't put too much trust in them.”
Quote by Maxwell Perkins
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Maxwell Perkins
Maxwell Perkins was a renowned American editor, born on September 20, 1884, and died on June 17, 1947. His contributions to the literary world were primarily in guiding and supporting several famous authors, such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway. Perkins was known for his deep understanding of literary works and his editing skills. more
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