“We expect too much from our children. We exact from them a perfection which we are far from carrying out in ourselves; we require of them sacrifices much heavier, comparatively, than those of any grown-up person.”
Quote by Dinah Maria Murlock Craik
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Dinah Maria Murlock Craik
Dinah Maria Murlock Craik was a 19th-century British novelist recognized for her works that delved into social issues and the lives of everyday people. Born on April 26, 1826, and passing away on October 12, 1887, Craik's writing career began as a journalist before she transitioned to novel writing. Her most celebrated novel is 'John Halifax, Gentleman,' with other notable works including 'The Rose and the Ring' and 'The Two Doctors.' more