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“Take good care of the things you have. Careless people spend more for a given standard of living.”

Quote by Catherine Crook de Camp

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Catherine Crook de Camp

Catherine Crook de Camp was an American author born on November 6, 1907, and passed away on April 9, 2000. Known for her contributions to the genres of fantasy and science fiction, her works have had a significant impact on the fantasy literature field. more

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