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“We routinely leave our small children in day care among strangers. At the same time, in our guilt we evince paranoia about strangers and foster fear in children.”

Quote by Thomas Harris

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Thomas Harris, born on April 11, 1940, is a renowned American author known for his psychological thrillers. His most famous works include 'The Red Dragon', 'The Silence of the Lambs', and 'Hannibal'. more

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