“I wanted to know more about the young ... strange that though they laughed so loud, they so seldom smiled. Perhaps laughter was involuntary whereas smiling was part of an attitude to life.”
Book:The Town in Bloom
Quote by Dodie Smith
Work
The Town in Bloom
This book explores the lives of the townspeople as they navigate the blossoming of their community, capturing the essence of renewal and the interconnectedness of human experiences. more
Author
Dodie Smith
Dodie Smith was an English novelist, best known for her children's literature, particularly the Winnie-the-Pooh series, which has become a global classic. Born on May 3, 1896, in London, she passed away on November 24, 1990. more
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