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“It's easy to confuse a woman for a philosophy”

Quote by Zadie Smith

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Zadie Smith is a British novelist known for her distinctive literary style and profound social insights. Her works cover a range of themes including race, class, gender, and identity, and have been widely appreciated by readers. more

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