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“Most English speakers do not have the writer's short fuse about seeing or hearing their language brutalized. This is the main reason, I suspect, that English is becoming the world's universal tongue: English-speaking natives don't care how badly others speak English as long as they speak it. French, once considered likely to become the world's lingua franca, has lost popularity because those who are born speaking it reject this liberal attitude and become depressed, insulted or insufferable when their language is ill used.”

Quote by Russell Baker

Book:There's a Country in My Cellar

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There's a Country in My Cellar

This book takes readers on a fantastical journey beneath the surface, where the author discovers a hidden world within their own cellar. The narrative is filled with quirky characters and surreal situations, offering a unique perspective on the human condition and the power of imagination. more

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Russell Baker is an American writer renowned for his humor and insightful observations. His works cover a range of topics including politics, society, and culture, with his most famous books being 'The Good Government Guide' and 'America: The Growth of a Nation'. more

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