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“I was a very polite schoolgirl who did her work very well and hid under tables. I'd hate to think I haven't changed at all.”

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Joan Juliet Buck

Joan Juliet Buck is an American writer born in 1948. She is known for her unique writing style and profound insights into international politics. more

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