“Oh, you mysterious girls, when you are fifty-two we shall find you out; you must come into the open then. If the mouth has fallen sourly yours the blame: all the meanness your youth concealed have been gathering in your face. But the pretty thoughts and sweet ways and dear, forgotten kindnesses linger there also, to bloom in your twilight like evening primroses.”
Quote by James M. Barrie
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James M. Barrie
James M. Barrie, born on May 9, 1860, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on June 19, 1937, was a renowned British novelist and playwright. He is best known for his classic children's novel 'Peter Pan'. Barrie's unique literary style and contributions to children's literature have earned him widespread acclaim. more
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