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Quote by Enid Blyton

“Remorse is a terrible thing to bear, Pam, one of the worst of all punishments in this life. To wish undone something you have done, to wish you could look back on kindness to someone you love, instead of on unkindness - that is a very terrible thing.”

Quote by Enid Blyton

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British children's author, born on August 11, 1897 in London, England, and died on November 28, 1968. Her works are known for their rich imagination and unique narrative style, making a significant contribution to the field of children's literature. more

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