“John Marshall on writing: The man who by seeking embellishment hazards confusion, is greatly mistaken in what constitutes good writing. The meaning ought never to be mistaken. Indeed, the reader should never be obliged to search for it.”
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John Marshall: Definer of a Nation
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Jean Edward Smith
Jean Edward Smith, born on October 13, 1931, is a renowned biographer known for his in-depth research and rigorous writing style, focusing on American history and biographies of notable individuals. more
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