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“I'm always reading many books at a time. It might be quite unorthodox, but what I do is, since I'm always surrounded with books, I'll read a page of physics, and then I'll read a chapter of a novel that I really love, and then I'll say, "Oh well, what does that mixture do in my head?" I adore reference books. I love encyclopedias. I also like just going back to original texts, because a lot of these self-help books today.”

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Daphne Guinness

Daphne Guinness is a British artist renowned for her unique fashion style and musical talent. Born on November 9, 1967, she has a passion for art and performance from a young age. Guinness has made a name for herself in both the fashion and art worlds with her bold attire and distinctive art pieces. more

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