Compelling Quote by David Foster Wallace

“I don't think writers are any smarter than other people. I think they may be more compelling in their stupidity, or in their confusion.” quote by David Foster Wallace — Download Open image

“I don't think writers are any smarter than other people. I think they may be more compelling in their stupidity, or in their confusion.”

David Foster Wallace

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