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“To write it down was to put the finishing touch on any event, see what it was, what it meant, what it stood for. To put anything into words was like pouring melted wax on top of cold glasses of jelly, to harden there and preserve and keep what was underneath like new.”

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Ardyth Kennelly

Ardyth Kennelly was a celebrated novelist whose works frequently examined the intricacies of human relationships and societal issues. Born on April 15, 1912, and passing away on January 19, 2005, her writing career spanned several decades, during which she published numerous novels that have left a lasting impression on readers. more

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