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“The first prison I ever saw had inscribed on it CEASE TO DO EVIL: LEARN TO DO WELL; but as the inscription was on the outside, the prisoners could not read it.”

Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Book:The Complete Prefaces: 1914-1929

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The Complete Prefaces: 1914-1929

This book assembles a selection of prefaces spanning the years 1914 to 1929, offering insights into the authors' thoughts and intentions at the time. more

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George Bernard Shaw

George Bernard Shaw (July 26, 1856 - November 2, 1950) was an Irish-British playwright, critic, and socialist. He is renowned for his satirical and witty dramatic works. more

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