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About David Grann
American journalist and author
David Grann is an American journalist and author, best known as a staff writer for The New Yorker. His work has made him a recognizable voice in long-form reporting and narrative nonfiction. He writes on a range of subjects, bringing careful reporting to stories that unfold with suspense and detail. The 88 quotes on this site reflect a writer whose words are often tied to observation, inquiry, and the craft of telling true stories clearly.
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