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“Renee's self-possession, her ability to possess other selves, is a measure of the weakness of her husband, his inability to stop his own self from splitting in half.”

Quote by Greil Marcus

Book:The Shape of Things to Come: Prophecy and the American Voice

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The Shape of Things to Come: Prophecy and the American Voice

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Greil Marcus, born in June 1945, is a renowned American author. His work spans a variety of fields including music, cultural commentary, and literary criticism, with a particular focus on his in-depth research and commentary on rock music. more

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