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“What I absorbed from autobiographies was not how to be great so much as the littleness of the great.”

Quote by Miles Franklin

Book:My Career Goes Bung

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My Career Goes Bung

This book offers a witty and engaging perspective on the challenges and absurdities encountered in the workplace, providing readers with a light-hearted take on career-related issues. more

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Miles Franklin, born on October 14, 1879, was an influential Australian writer known for her novel 'My Brilliant Career', which is considered a classic of Australian literature. Her works are renowned for their profound insights into social reality and unique portrayals of female characters. more

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