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“I was taught in my Introduction to Anthropology [course in college], it is not just the great works of [hu]mankind that make a culture. It is the daily things, like what people eat and how they serve it.”

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Laurie Colwin
Laurie Colwin

Laurie Colwin was an American author known for her warm and humorous writing style. Her works often revolve around themes of family, friendship, and love, and have won the hearts of readers. Born on June 14, 1944, she passed away on October 24, 1992. more

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