Aquariums Quote by Manuel Puig

“It's essential not to have an ideology, not to be a member of a political party. While the writer can have certain political views, he has to be careful not to have his hands tied.” quote by Manuel Puig — Download Open image

“It's essential not to have an ideology, not to be a member of a political party. While the writer can have certain political views, he has to be careful not to have his hands tied.”

Manuel Puig

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