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Quote by Barbara Mertz

“If you take a man by surprise, and behave with sufficient arrogance, he will generally do what you ask. -Emerson”

Quote by Barbara Mertz

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Barbara Mertz, born on September 29, 1927, was a renowned American historian and author. Known for her historical novels and detective stories, she is best remembered for her series of novels featuring the fictional Egyptologist Betty Davis. Mertz's works are appreciated for their unique perspective and rich historical knowledge. more

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