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I think you have to be very careful getting the balance right if you're going to talk about grand themes like war, death and nationhood. You need to use the right language or don't do it at all.

PJ Harvey

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PJ Harvey
Age: 55
Born: 1969
Born: October 9
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Well, I don't really concern myself too much with what other people make of my work.
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