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“This, it seemed, was one of those angry natures that feeds on grievance. Nothing would madden her more than to know what she had complained of had been put right. There are such people - unfortunates who have to be angry before they can feel alive. ... perhaps it is that tragedy is more self-important than laughter.”

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Mary Stewart
Mary Stewart

Mary Stewart, a British novelist, was born on September 17, 1916, and passed away on May 9, 2014. Known for her suspense, historical, and romance novels, her works have enjoyed great popularity among readers. more

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