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“Damn it all, it's the first duty of a soldier - it's the first duty of all Englishmen - to be able to tell a good lie in answer to a charge.”

Quote by Ford Madox Ford

Book:Parade's End

Work

The series, written by Ford Madox Ford, is known for its complex narrative structure and its portrayal of the impact of World War I on the British upper class. more

Author

Ford Madox Ford

Ford Madox Ford was an influential British novelist known for his contributions to modernist literature. His works are characterized by complex narrative structures and profound psychological descriptions. Born on December 17, 1873, he passed away on June 26, 1939. more

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Book:The Generative Principle of Political Constitutions: Studies on Sovereignty, Religion and Enlightenment

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