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Ian Hamilton Finlay Quotes

If the work is pure then you have to think it could be understood. If it is not understood it doesn't mean that your work is not accessible. It doesn't worry me, but, of course, I would be pleased if people liked my work.

Ian Hamilton Finlay

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