“The essence of charity ... was not deciding what others needed and giving it to them, but giving them what they wanted.”
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Jane Smiley
Jane Smiley is an accomplished American novelist known for her profound character development and rich imagination. Her works span a variety of literary genres, including historical fiction, contemporary life, and children's literature. Her novels, such as 'A Thousand Acres' and 'Bluebird', have received widespread acclaim. more
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