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“There is something remarkably and peculiarly English about the passion for sitting on damp seats watching open-air drama only the English have mastered the art of being truly uncomfortable while facing up to culture.”

Quote by Sheridan Morley

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Sheridan Morley

Sheridan Morley was a British author renowned for his biographies of celebrities. His works delved into the inner lives of famous individuals, offering readers a unique perspective. more

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