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England has the most sordid literary scene I've ever seen. They all meet in the same pub. This guy's writing a foreword… — William S. Burroughs Copy Share Image
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Advertising is utterly unprofitable, and I could prove it to you in one week. End an ad with an offer to pay… — Claude C. Hopkins Copy Share Image
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