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Quote by Beverly Jenkins

“A man is only as strong as the woman who holds him.”

Quote by Beverly Jenkins

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Beverly Jenkins

Beverly Jenkins, born in 1951, is an American author known for her focus on the history and culture of African Americans, particularly the periods of slavery and Reconstruction. Jenkins' works are praised for their delicate emotional portrayal and profound insight into history. more

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