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“We like the idea of childhood but are not always crazy about the kids we know. We like it, that is, when we are imagining our ownchildhoods. So part of our apparent appreciation of youth is simply envy.”

Quote by C. Sommerville

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C. Sommerville, born on August 15, 1938, is a scholar whose identity and profession are not yet clear. His life experience and contributions are limited by available information. more

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