“The act of nutrition is not a purely physiological event... The family meal is a formality that cultivates in us... a capacity for sharing, generosity, thoughtfulness, a talent for civilized conversation.”
Quote by Francine du Plessix Gray
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Francine du Plessix Gray
French writer born on September 25, 1930. Her works cover a variety of fields, including history, literature, and gender studies. Gray is known for her in-depth research and unique narrative style. more
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