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“I have heard it said that as we keep our birthdays when we are alive, so the ghosts of dead people, who are not easy in their graves, keep the day they died upon.”

Quote by Charles Dickens

Book:A Cyclopedia of the Best Thoughts of Charles Dickens

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A Cyclopedia of the Best Thoughts of Charles Dickens

This book compiles a selection of notable quotes and thoughts from the extensive literary works of Charles Dickens, showcasing his insights and perspectives on various themes and issues. more

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Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens, a British writer born on February 7, 1812, and died on June 9, 1870, is one of the greatest novelists of the 19th century. Known for his profound social criticism and vivid narrative style, Dickens' works extensively cover social reality, revealing various issues in the British society of the time. more

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