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As photographs give people an imaginary possession of a past that is unreal, they also help people to take possession of space in which they are insecure.
Susan Sontag
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"As photographs give people an imaginary possession of a past that is unreal, they also help people to take possession of space in which they are insecure."
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About Susan Sontag

Susan Sontag was a Author from United States (1933–2004).

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Susan Sontag lived from 1933 – 2004.