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“I have lived long enough to be battered by the realities of life, and not too long to be downed by them.”

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John Mason Brown
John Mason Brown

John Mason Brown, an American author, was born on July 3, 1900, and passed away on March 16, 1969. His works are known for their profound psychological insights and vivid portrayals of Southern American life. more

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