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“Civilization in certain respects is as inadequate as it was a thousand years ago.”

Quote by Gertrude Atherton

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Gertrude Atherton

Gertrude Atherton was an American author known for her novels and short stories, often focusing on social and moral issues, exploring themes such as women, class, and power. more

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