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“Getting angry can sometimes be like leaping into a wonderfully responsive sports car, gunning the motor, taking off at high speed and then discovering the brakes are out of order.”

Quote by Maggie Scarf

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Maggie Scarf, born in 1932, is an accomplished writer whose works span a variety of genres, including novels, biographies, and criticism. Scarf is known for her delicate prose and profound insights into human nature. more

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