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“There is a time in a boy’s life when the sweetness is pounded out of him; and tenderness, and the ability to show what he feels, is gone.”

Quote by Norah Vincent

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Norah Vincent is an American writer born on September 20, 1968. Her works span various fields, including nature, culture, and social issues. Her representative work, 'The Wolf's Shadow,' chronicles her intimate encounters with wildlife, showcasing the relationship between humans and nature. more

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