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“MAN: Hi, I’ve just self-published my art book. My friends tell me that I’m set to be the new Van Gogh. How many copies of my book would you like to pre-order? BOOKSELLER: You know, Van Gogh was never appreciated in his lifetime. MAN: …”

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Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops

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