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“wherever you find the greatest good, you will find the greatest evil, because evil loves paradise as much as good.”

Quote by Wallace Stegner

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Wallace Stegner

Wallace Stegner was an influential American historian known for his extensive research on the history of the American West. His works not only documented the pioneering journey of the American West but also profoundly reflected the relationship between humans and nature. Stegner's writing style was unique and his language beautiful, which won him great popularity among readers. more

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