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“Most writers have very little that's important or valuable to offer; most of them are just repeating each other.”

Quote by Pankaj Mishra

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Pankaj Mishra is an Indian-born British essayist and historian, recognized for his insightful and critical essays on history, politics, and culture. Born in 1969, he has gained attention for his exploration of the complexities of modernity and its effects on the world. more

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