“Ah, the camel of Cairo! ... He went quietly and comfortably through the narrowest lanes and the densest crowds by the mere force of his personality. He was the most impressive living thing we saw in Egypt, not excepting two Pashas and a Bey. He was engaged with large philosophies, one could see that.”
Quote by Sara Jeannette Duncan
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Sara Jeannette Duncan
Sara Jeannette Duncan was a Canadian author renowned for her novels and short stories. Born on December 22, 1861, in New Westminster, British Columbia, she spent much of her life in England. Duncan's writing often centered on the experiences of women and the intricacies of human relationships. She is best known for her novel 'The Bond' and her short story collection 'The New Magdalen'. She passed away on July 22, 1922. more
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