“Thou canst not serve both cod and salmon.”
Quote by Ada Leverson
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Ada Leverson
Ada Leverson, a British writer born on October 10, 1862, and died on August 30, 1933, is known for her unique sense of humor and profound insight into Victorian era life. more
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