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Quote by George Steiner

“The ordinary man casts a shadow in a way we do not quite understand. The man of genius casts light.”

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George Steiner
George Steiner

George Steiner is an esteemed literary critic, born on April 23, 1929. His work spans a wide range of literary fields, including novels, poetry, drama, and philosophy. more

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