“Old age, believe me, is a good and pleasant time. It is true that you are quietly shouldered off the stage, but then you are given such a comfortable front seat as spectator, and if you have really played your part you are more content to sit down and watch.”
Quote by Jane Ellen Harrison
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Jane Ellen Harrison
Jane Ellen Harrison was a British biographer renowned for her biographies of famous individuals. Born on September 9, 1850, and passing away on April 15, 1928, Harrison's works delved into the personal and intellectual lives of her subjects, offering readers profound insights into their characters and achievements. more
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