"To put an arrogant 'famous' writer in his place: pretend to be illiterate."

Mokokoma Mokhonoana, South African Philosopher

Humility, Arrogance, Fame, Ignorance

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"To put an arrogant 'famous' writer in his place: pretend to be illiterate."

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