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Quote by Gail Carriger

“Stop playing verbal games with me, madam, or I shall go out into that ballroom, find your mother, and bring her here”

Quote by Gail Carriger

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Gail Carriger is a renowned archaeologist, born on May 4, 1976. Her research focuses on ancient civilizations and the conservation of cultural heritage. more

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