“the English, although partakers in the most variable and quixotic climate in the world, never become used to its vagaries, but comment upon them with shock and resentment as if all their lives had been spent in the predictable monsoon.”
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Ruth Rendell
Ruth Rendell, a renowned British author, was born on February 17, 1930, and passed away on May 2, 2015. She is best known for her mystery novels and has won numerous literary awards, including the Silver Dagger and the Gold Dagger awards. Rendell's works are appreciated for their intricate plots and profound character development. more
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