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258:. Known for his contentious critiques of art and artists, Hughes was generally conservative in his tastes, although he did not belong to a particular philosophical camp. His writing was noted for its power and elegance.
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1743:"Things I didn't know: Book review"
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1454:Robert Hughes—a lawyer's farewell
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1433:The New York Times
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