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“When I was a child, love to me was what the sea is to a fish: something you swim in while you are going about the important affairs of life.”

Quote by P. L. Travers

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P. L. Travers, born Phyllis Lillian Travers, was an English novelist best known for her creation of the 'Mary Poppins' series. Her works, which have been adapted into the famous film 'Mary Poppins,' are celebrated for their unique style and deep insight into the psychology of children. more

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