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“Even Alexia, spinster that she was, was given an allowance large enough to dress her to the height of fashion— although she did tend to stick to trends a little too precisely. The poor thing could not help it. Her choice of clothing simply lacked soul.”

Quote by Gail Carriger

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Gail Carriger is a renowned archaeologist, born on May 4, 1976. Her research focuses on ancient civilizations and the conservation of cultural heritage. more

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