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You realize that you don't understand yourself any better than you understand anyone else.

Jonathan Tropper

You realize that you don't understand yourself any better than you understand anyone else.

Tags: poignant, understanding

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About Jonathan Tropper

Jonathan Tropper (born February 19, 1970) is an American screenwriter, novelist, and producer. He is the author of six novels. He is the co-creator and executive producer of the Cinemax television series Banshee (2013–2016) and the creator of the Cinemax television series Warrior (2019–present).